Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
832778

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Michx.) Poir.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Encycl. , Suppl. 2: 664 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000832113



Common Names

  • Forestiera acuminata
  • Pointed Forestiera
  • Pointed Forestiera Acuminata


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Description

Forestiera acuminata (also called Pointed Forestiera, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Oleaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with a dense, rounded habit, and it is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky, dry areas and in scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Forestiera acuminata is an ornamental tree, used in landscaping and as a shade tree. It is also used for its medicinal properties and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Forestiera acuminata has small, white, five-lobed flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Forestiera acuminata is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and planted in a sandy soil in a sunny location. The plant prefers moist soil and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Forestiera acuminata

Forestiera acuminata can be found in the southeastern United States.

Forestiera acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Forestiera acuminata?

Forestiera acuminata

What is the common name of Forestiera acuminata?

Pointed-leaf privet

What is the natural habitat of Forestiera acuminata?

Woodlands, scrub and hedgerows

Species in the Oleaceae family

Abeliophyllum distichum, Cartrema floridana, Cartrema scortechinii, Cartrema sumatrana, Cartrema americana, Chionanthus greenii, Chionanthus colonchensis, Chionanthus macrothyrsus, Chionanthus acunae, Chionanthus adamsii, Chionanthus albidiflorus, Chionanthus amblirrhinus, Chionanthus avilensis, Chionanthus axillaris, Chionanthus axilliflorus, Chionanthus bakeri, Chionanthus balgooyanus, Chionanthus beccarii, Chionanthus brachystachys, Chionanthus brassii, Chionanthus bumelioides, Chionanthus callophylloides, Chionanthus callophyllus, Chionanthus caudifolius, Chionanthus caymanensis, Chionanthus celebicus, Chionanthus clementis, Chionanthus compactus, Chionanthus cordulatus, Chionanthus coriaceus, Chionanthus crassifolius, Chionanthus crispus, Chionanthus curvicarpus, Chionanthus cuspidatus, Chionanthus decipiens, Chionanthus densiflorus, Chionanthus dictyophyllus, Chionanthus diversifolius, Chionanthus domingensis, Chionanthus dussii, Chionanthus ellipticus, Chionanthus enervis, Chionanthus eriorachis, Chionanthus evenius, Chionanthus ferrugineus, Chionanthus filiformis, Chionanthus fluminensis, Chionanthus gigas, Chionanthus globosus, Chionanthus glomeratus,

References

André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.
Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:30282606-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].