Amyris apiculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb. & Ekman
Source:
cmp
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 22A(8): 56 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532592
Common Names
- Apiculate Amyris
- Apiculate Torchwood
- Amyris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Amyris apiculata (also called 'Apiculate Amyris', among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in tropical and subtropical Central and South America. It is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery, fern-like leaves and small, white flowers. This species is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in open scrub and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Amyris apiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Amyris apiculata is a small white or yellowish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Amyris apiculata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Amyris apiculata
Amyris apiculata can be found in Central America, including Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama.
Amyris apiculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amyris apiculata?
Amyris apiculata
What is the common name of Amyris apiculata?
Pointed Amyris
What is the habitat of Amyris apiculata?
It is found in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and scrublands
Species in the Amyris genus
Amyris cubensis, Amyris abeggii, Amyris apiculata, Amyris attenuata, Amyris balsamifera, Amyris barbata, Amyris brachybotrys, Amyris brenesii, Amyris carterae, Amyris chiapensis, Amyris conzattii, Amyris cordata, Amyris crebrinervis, Amyris diatrypa, Amyris elemifera, Amyris filipes, Amyris granulata, Amyris guatemalensis, Amyris guianensis, Amyris humboldtii, Amyris ignea, Amyris intermedia, Amyris lineata, Amyris lurida, Amyris macrocarpa, Amyris madrensis, Amyris magnifolia, Amyris marshii, Amyris metopioides, Amyris mexicana, Amyris monophylla, Amyris multijuga, Amyris oblanceolata, Amyris pernambucensis, Amyris phlebotaenioides, Amyris pinnata, Amyris plumieri, Amyris polymorpha, Amyris polyneura, Amyris pungens, Amyris purpusii, Amyris rekoi, Amyris rhomboidea, Amyris robinsonii, Amyris sandemanii, Amyris staminosa, Amyris stromatophylla, Amyris terebinthifolia, Amyris texana, Amyris thyrsiflora,
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2635466: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.