Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
712457

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 8: 463 (1913 publ. 1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711790

Common Names

  • Acuminate Guioa
  • Acuminate-leaved Guioa
  • Acuminate-leaf Guioa

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Description

Guioa acuminata (also called Acuminate Guioa, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has oblong leaves and white or yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Guioa acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower and for dried flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guioa acuminata is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guioa acuminata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Guioa acuminata

Guioa acuminata can be found in Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.

Guioa acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guioa acuminata?

Guioa acuminata

What is the common name of Guioa acuminata?

Acuminate guioa

What is the natural habitat of Guioa acuminata?

Dry, open woodlands and grasslands

Species in the Guioa genus

Guioa acuminata, Guioa acutifolia, Guioa amabilis, Guioa aryterifolia, Guioa aryteroides, Guioa asquamosa, Guioa bicolor, Guioa bijuga, Guioa capillacea, Guioa chrysea, Guioa comesperma, Guioa contracta, Guioa coriacea, Guioa crenata, Guioa crenulata, Guioa diplopetala, Guioa discolor, Guioa elegans, Guioa elliptica, Guioa fusca, Guioa glauca, Guioa gracilis, Guioa grandifoliola, Guioa hirsuta, Guioa hospita, Guioa koelreuteria, Guioa koniamboensis, Guioa krempfii, Guioa lasioneura, Guioa lentiscifolia, Guioa malukuensis, Guioa megacarpa, Guioa melanopoda, Guioa membranifolia, Guioa microsepala, Guioa misimaensis, Guioa molliuscula, Guioa montana, Guioa multijuga, Guioa myriadenia, Guioa normanbiensis, Guioa novobritannica, Guioa novoebudaensis, Guioa oligotricha, Guioa ovalis, Guioa palawanica, Guioa parvifoliola, Guioa patentinervis, Guioa pauciflora, Guioa pectinata,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References