Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
329663

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hutch.) Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, XV: 308 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328995



Common Names

  • Uapaca acuminata
  • Acuminata Uapaca
  • Uapaca Acuminata


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Synonyms

  • Uapaca heudelotii acuminata Hutch. [unknown]

Description

Uapaca acuminata (also called Acuminate Uapaca, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to Madagascar, where it is found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall.

Uses & Benefits

Uapaca acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Uapaca acuminata has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Uapaca acuminata is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Uapaca acuminata

Uapaca acuminata can be found in tropical Africa.

Uapaca acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Uapaca acuminata?

Uapaca acuminata

What is the common name of Uapaca acuminata?

Acuminate Uapaca

Where is Uapaca acuminata native to?

Africa

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-209556: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.