Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
dwyeriana
ID:
512309

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krukoff & Barneby

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 20(2): 73 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511641

Common Names

  • Abuta Dwyeriana
  • Dwyeriana Abuta
  • Abuta of Dwyer

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Description

Abuta dwyeriana (also called Dwyer's Abuta, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that is native to South America. It grows in moist soils in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Abuta dwyeriana is used as an ornamental plant and in landscaping. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abuta dwyeriana has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abuta dwyeriana is a perennial shrub that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Abuta dwyeriana

Abuta dwyeriana is native to South America.

Abuta dwyeriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abuta dwyeriana?

Abuta dwyeriana

What is the family of Abuta dwyeriana?

Menispermaceae

What is the natural habitat of Abuta dwyeriana?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2610377: Based on the initial data import
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Boris Alexander Krukoff (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krukoff' in the authors string.