Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanuginosa
ID:
282083

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav. ex G.Don) McVaugh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Taxon 5: 136 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281415



Common Names

  • Acca lanuginosa
  • Lanuginosa Acca
  • Woolly Acca


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Synonyms

  • Psidium lanuginosum Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]

Description

Acca lanuginosa (also called Soft-Leaved Feijoa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with soft, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Acca lanuginosa is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and easy care requirements. It can be used as a hanging plant, or as a ground cover in a shady area. It is also a good choice for terrariums and vivariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acca lanuginosa has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acca lanuginosa is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Propagate by stem cuttings or by division.

Where to Find Acca lanuginosa

Acca lanuginosa is native to tropical rainforests in Brazil.

Acca lanuginosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acca lanuginosa?

Acca lanuginosa

What is the common name of Acca lanuginosa?

Feijoa

What type of plant is Acca lanuginosa?

Fruit tree

Species in the Acca genus

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1638: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.