Espadaea amoena - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amoena
ID:
1022240
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Rich.
Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
His. Fis. Cuba, Bot. 11: 148. 1850.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001021578
Common Names
- Amoena Espadaea
- Espadaea Amoena
- Espadaea Penninervium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Espadaea amoena (also called 'Lovely Espadaea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in the tropical regions of South America. It is usually found in wet forests, and prefers humid, shady areas. It has yellow flowers and dark green, oval-shaped leaves with a leathery texture.
Uses & Benefits
Espadaea amoena has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Espadaea amoena are small and yellow, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.
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Espadaea amoena is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location until the cutting has rooted.
Where to Find Espadaea amoena
Espadaea amoena can be found in the tropical forests of South America.
Species in the Espadaea genus
Species in the Solanaceae family
References
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import