Abuta spicata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spicata
ID:
512350
Status:
valid
Authors:
Triana & Planch.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 17: 42 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511682
Common Names
- Spicata Abuta
- Abuta Spicata
- Abuta
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- Trichoa spicata Pers. [unknown]
- Trichoa conferta Pers. [unknown]
- Batschia conferta DC. [unknown]
- Batschia spicata Thunb. [unknown]
Description
Abuta spicata (also called Cachimbo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in lowland tropical rainforest.
Uses & Benefits
Abuta spicata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Abuta spicata are small and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small and winged, and the seedlings are slender and conical in shape.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abuta spicata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Abuta spicata
Abuta spicata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Abuta spicata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abuta spicata?
Abuta spicata
What is the common name of Abuta spicata?
Abuta
What is the family of Abuta spicata?
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-2610413: Based on the initial data import
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.