Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
239992

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Verdc.) Jean F.Brunel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Gen. Phyllanthus Afr. Intertrop. Madag. : 248 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239324



Common Names

  • Meineckia acuminata
  • Meineckia Acuminata
  • Meineckia Acuminata Tree


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Synonyms

  • Zimmermannia acuminata Verdc. [unknown]
  • Meineckia acuminata (Verdc.) Jean F.Brunel ex Radcl.-Sm. [unknown]

Description

Meineckia acuminata (also called Pointed Meineckia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with pointed, linear leaves and white flowers. It is native to India and Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Meineckia acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Meineckia acuminata has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Meineckia acuminata is a perennial shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Meineckia acuminata

Meineckia acuminata is native to India and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Meineckia acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Meineckia acuminata?

Meineckia acuminata

What is the common name of Meineckia acuminata?

Pointed Meineckia

Where is Meineckia acuminata found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Madagascar.

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-123405: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Jean F. Brunel (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jean F.Brunel' in the authors string.