Acanthocladus colombianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
colombianus
ID:
746495
Status:
valid
Authors:
Aymard & J.F.B.Pastore
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Caldasia 31: 14 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745828
Common Names
- Acanthocladus colombianus
- Colombian Acanthocladus
- Acanthocladus
Searching for Acanthocladus colombianus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acanthocladus colombianus (also called Colombian acanthocladus, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to Colombia and is found in dry and open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthocladus colombianus is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive white flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acanthocladus colombianus has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small with a single cotyledon.
Searching for Acanthocladus colombianus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acanthocladus colombianus is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by taking cuttings in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Acanthocladus colombianus
Acanthocladus colombianus is native to Colombia.
Acanthocladus colombianus FAQ
What type of plant is Acanthocladus colombianus?
Acanthocladus colombianus is a flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae.
Where is Acanthocladus colombianus native to?
Acanthocladus colombianus is native to Colombia.
What is the growth habit of Acanthocladus colombianus?
Acanthocladus colombianus is an evergreen shrub that grows in clumps.
Species in the Acanthocladus genus
Species in the Polygalaceae family
Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2898882: Based on the initial data import
Gerardo Antonio Aymard Corredor (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aymard' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.