Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
512330

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 13: 299 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511662

Common Names

  • Abuta Obovata
  • Obovata Abuta
  • Abuta of Obov

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Description

Abuta obovata (also called Obovate 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 obovata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abuta obovata 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 obovata is a perennial shrub that prefers 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 obovata

Abuta obovata can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Costa Rica, and Panama.

Abuta obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abuta obovata?

Abuta obovata

What type of plant is Abuta obovata?

Abuta obovata is a shrub

Where is Abuta obovata native to?

Abuta obovata is native to South America

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-2610396: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.