Abuta platyphylla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platyphylla
ID:
512337
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart. ex Eichler
Source:
cmp
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(1): 200 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511669
Common Names
- Abuta Platyphylla
- Platyphylla Abuta
- Abuta of Platy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Abuta platyphylla (also called broad-leaved abuta, among many other common names) is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has a rounded, bushy shape with long, arching branches. Its flowers are white and its leaves are dark green and glossy. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and grows in both full sun and partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Abuta platyphylla is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Abuta platyphylla has small, white flowers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abuta platyphylla 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 platyphylla
Abuta platyphylla is native to South America and is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Abuta platyphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abuta platyphylla?
Abuta platyphylla
What is the common name of Abuta platyphylla?
Abuta
What is the family of Abuta platyphylla?
Menispermaceae
Species in the Abuta genus
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,
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-2610401: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
August W. Eichler (1839-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eichler' in the authors string.