Status:
valid
Authors:
Eichl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Flora 47: 388 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538218
Common Names
- Anomospermum grandifolium
- Grandifolium Anomospermum
- Grandifolium Anomospermum Bush
Synonyms
- Abuta macrocarpa Moldenke [unknown]
- Anomospermum ulei Diels [unknown]
- Elissarrhena grandifolia Diels [unknown]
- Elissarrhena longipes Miers [unknown]
Description
Anomospermum grandifolium (also called large-leaved anomospermum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is native to South America. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Anomospermum grandifolium is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anomospermum grandifolium has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anomospermum grandifolium is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.
Where to Find Anomospermum grandifolium
Anomospermum grandifolium can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Anomospermum grandifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anomospermum grandifolium?
Anomospermum grandifolium
What is the common name of Anomospermum grandifolium?
Grandifolium
What is the natural habitat of Anomospermum grandifolium?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Anomospermum 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,