Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sinclairii
ID:
308173

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 246 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307505



Common Names

  • Sinclair's Acianthus
  • Acianthus sinclairii
  • Sinclair Acianthus


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Synonyms

  • Acianthus fornicatus sinclairii (Hook.f.) Hutch. [unknown]

Description

Acianthus sinclairii (also called Sinclair's acianthus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Arecaceae family. It is found in the tropical rainforest of Ecuador and Peru. It is a small shrub with a height of 2-3 m and a diameter of 1-2 m. It is found in wet, lowland areas, usually in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthus sinclairii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acianthus sinclairii is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings are small and have a white and yellow striped pattern.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthus sinclairii is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit and a dense, bushy growth. It grows up to 1.5 m tall and 2 m wide. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers that appear in spring and summer. It is native to Australia and prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Acianthus sinclairii

Acianthus sinclairii can be found in Australia.

Acianthus sinclairii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acianthus sinclairii?

Acianthus sinclairii

What is the common name of Acianthus sinclairii?

Sinclair's acianthus

What is the natural habitat of Acianthus sinclairii?

Acianthus sinclairii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1888: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.