Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
acuminatus
ID:
876196

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thwaites) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 508 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000875531



Common Names

  • Cleistanthus acuminatus
  • Acuminate Cleistanthus
  • Acuminatus Cleistanthus


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Description

Cleistanthus acuminatus (also called Cleistanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small shrub with white flowers and is native to Central America. It grows in wet forests and is found in Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistanthus acuminatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleistanthus acuminatus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistanthus acuminatus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It is a drought tolerant plant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Cleistanthus acuminatus

Cleistanthus acuminatus can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Cleistanthus acuminatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistanthus acuminatus?

Cleistanthus acuminatus

What is the common name of Cleistanthus acuminatus?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Cleistanthus acuminatus?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America

Species in the Cleistanthus genus

Cleistanthus acuminatus, Cleistanthus angustifolius, Cleistanthus annamensis, Cleistanthus apodus, Cleistanthus bakonensis, Cleistanthus balakrishnanii, Cleistanthus baramicus, Cleistanthus beccarianus, Cleistanthus bipindensis, Cleistanthus boivinianus, Cleistanthus bracteosus, Cleistanthus brideliifolius, Cleistanthus capuronii, Cleistanthus carolinianus, Cleistanthus caudatus, Cleistanthus celebicus, Cleistanthus chlorocarpus, Cleistanthus collinus, Cleistanthus concinnus, Cleistanthus contractus, Cleistanthus coriaceus, Cleistanthus cunninghamii, Cleistanthus curtisii, Cleistanthus dallachyanus, Cleistanthus decurrens, Cleistanthus denudatus, Cleistanthus discolor, Cleistanthus diversifolius, Cleistanthus dolichophyllus, Cleistanthus duvipermaniorum, Cleistanthus eberhardtii, Cleistanthus ellipticus, Cleistanthus elongatus, Cleistanthus erycibifolius, Cleistanthus everettii, Cleistanthus evrardii, Cleistanthus ferrugineus, Cleistanthus flavescens, Cleistanthus floricola, Cleistanthus gabonensis, Cleistanthus glaber, Cleistanthus glabratus, Cleistanthus glandulosus, Cleistanthus gracilis, Cleistanthus helferi, Cleistanthus hirsutipetalus, Cleistanthus hirsutulus, Cleistanthus hylandii, Cleistanthus indochinensis, Cleistanthus inglorius,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-42003: Based on the initial data import
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.