Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
cocculus
ID:
534006

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Wight & Arn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient. 1: 446 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533338



Common Names

  • Anamirta cocculus
  • Cocculus Anamirta
  • Cocculus Anamirta


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Synonyms

  • Menispermum populifolium Spreng. [unknown]
  • Menispermum monadelphum Roxb. ex Wight & Arn. [unknown]
  • Menispermum heteroclitum Roxb. [unknown]
  • Menispermum lacunosum Lam. [unknown]
  • Menispermum cocculiferum Stokes [unknown]
  • Anamirta baueriana Endl. [unknown]
  • Anamirta jucunda Miers [unknown]
  • Anamirta paniculata Colebr. [unknown]
  • Anamirta populifolia (DC.) Miers [unknown]
  • Anamirta racemosa Colebr. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Anamirta toxifera Miers [unknown]
  • Cocculus indicus Royle [unknown]
  • Cocculus lacunosus DC. [unknown]
  • Cocculus populifolius DC. [unknown]
  • Cocculus suberosus DC. [unknown]
  • Menispermum cocculus L. [unknown]

Description

Anamirta cocculus (also called Cocculus Anamirta, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Menispermaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is typically found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anamirta cocculus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of timber for furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anamirta cocculus has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anamirta cocculus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plant should be kept in a sunny spot and watered regularly.

Where to Find Anamirta cocculus

Anamirta cocculus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Spain, and France.

Anamirta cocculus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anamirta cocculus?

Anamirta cocculus

What is the common name of Anamirta cocculus?

Fish-poison tree

Where is Anamirta cocculus found?

India, Southeast Asia

Species in the Anamirta genus

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-2636192: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.