Atalaya variifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
variifolia
ID:
556051
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 1: 463 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555383
Common Names
- Atalaya variifolia
- Variable-leaved Atalaya
- Atalaya
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- Thouinia variifolia F.Muell. [unknown]
Description
Atalaya variifolia (also called Variable-leaved-atalaya, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is a small shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is native to South America, and is found in dry forests and scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Atalaya variifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Atalaya variifolia are white or pale pink, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Atalaya variifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and can be grown in full sun. It can be propagated by cuttings taken in spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Atalaya variifolia
Atalaya variifolia can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Atalaya variifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Atalaya variifolia?
Atalaya variifolia
What is the common name of Atalaya variifolia?
Variable-leaved atalaya
What is the natural habitat of Atalaya variifolia?
Tropical forests of Africa
Species in the Atalaya genus
Atalaya angustifolia, Atalaya australiana, Atalaya calcicola, Atalaya capensis, Atalaya collina, Atalaya hemiglauca, Atalaya multiflora, Atalaya natalensis, Atalaya oligoclada, Atalaya papuana, Atalaya rigida, Atalaya salicifolia, Atalaya sericopetala, Atalaya variifolia, Atalaya alata, Atalaya brevialata,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2664510: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.