Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
spicata
ID:
321410

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aubl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane 2: 660 (1775)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320742



Common Names

  • Tamonea spicata
  • Spicata Tamonea
  • Spicata Mahogany


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Synonyms

  • Ghinia mutica Sw. [unknown]

Description

Tamonea spicata (also called Spicate Tamonea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree or shrub, reaching a height of up to 10 m. It is native to Colombia, where it is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 800–2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Tamonea spicata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as a source of food and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, yellow, star-shaped, with five petals. Seed: small, black, oval-shaped. Seedlings: thin, green, with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tamonea spicata is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-ripe wood in summer.

Where to Find Tamonea spicata

Tamonea spicata is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Tamonea spicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tamonea spicata?

Tamonea spicata

What is the family of Tamonea spicata?

Asteraceae

What are the common names of Tamonea spicata?

Spike Rice, Spike Rice Grass, Spike Rice Weed

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:864913-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].