Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acaulis
ID:
337599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire

Source:
wcs

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 75: 191 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336931



Common Names

  • Abolboda acaulis
  • Acaulis Abolboda
  • Acaulis's Abolboda


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Description

Abolboda acaulis (also called Acaulescent Abolboda, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Brazil, where it grows in wet forests and savannas. It is a small tree or shrub, reaching up to 10 m in height.

Uses & Benefits

Abolboda acaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Abolboda acaulis var. acaulis
Abolboda acaulis var. scaposa Kral

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Abolboda acaulis is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abolboda acaulis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Abolboda acaulis

Abolboda acaulis can be found in the Himalayas.

Abolboda acaulis FAQ

What is Abolboda acaulis?

Abolboda acaulis is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaranthaceae.

Where is Abolboda acaulis found?

Abolboda acaulis is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the growth habit of Abolboda acaulis?

Abolboda acaulis is an annual herb with a prostrate or ascending growth habit.

Species in the Xyridaceae family

Abolboda abbreviata, Abolboda acaulis, Abolboda acicularis, Abolboda americana, Abolboda bella, Abolboda ciliata, Abolboda dunstervillei, Abolboda ebracteata, Abolboda egleri, Abolboda glomerata, Abolboda grandis, Abolboda killipii, Abolboda linearifolia, Abolboda macrostachya, Abolboda neblinae, Abolboda paniculata, Abolboda poarchon, Abolboda pulchella, Abolboda scabrida, Abolboda sprucei, Abolboda uniflora, Abolboda granularis, Achlyphila disticha, Aratitiyopea lopezii, Orectanthe ptaritepuiana, Orectanthe sceptrum, Xyris aberdarica, Xyris acrophila, Xyris affinis, Xyris albescens, Xyris almae, Xyris ambigua, Xyris amorimii, Xyris anceps, Xyris andina, Xyris angularis, Xyris angustifolia, Xyris anisophylla, Xyris apureana, Xyris aquatica, Xyris aracamunae, Xyris arachnoidea, Xyris araracuarae, Xyris archeri, Xyris aristata, Xyris asperula, Xyris asterotricha, Xyris atrata, Xyris atriceps, Xyris atrovirida,

References

Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:2-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.