Status:
valid
Authors:
Prain
Source:
ksu
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 67: 291 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471503
Common Names
- Acuminata Pottingeria
- Acuminata Pottingeria Plant
- Acuminata Pottingeria Tree
Description
Pottingeria acuminata (also called Acuminate Pottingeria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to East Asia. It typically grows to a height of 15-30 cm and has ovate leaves. It is found in moist woods, thickets, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Pottingeria acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pottingeria acuminata var. latifolia Airy Shaw
Pottingeria acuminata var. acuminata
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pottingeria acuminata has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pottingeria acuminata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It is best planted in spring or fall.
Where to Find Pottingeria acuminata
Pottingeria acuminata can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Pottingeria acuminata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pottingeria acuminata?
Pottingeria acuminata
What is the family of Pottingeria acuminata?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Pottingeria acuminata?
Acuminate Pottingeria
Species in the Pottingeria genus
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus,
Allocassine laurifolia,
Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,