Status:
valid
Authors:
Nied.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Verzeichnis Vorles. Konigl. Akad. Braunsberg 1912-1913: 59 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552255
Common Names
- Salicifolia Aspicarpa
- Salicifolia Bush
- Salicifolia Groundcover
Synonyms
- Camarea salicifolia Chodat [unknown]
- Cryptolappa salicifolia (Chodat) Kuntze [unknown]
- Gaudichaudia salicifolia Chodat [unknown]
Description
Aspicarpa salicifolia (also called willow-leaved aspicarpa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It has an erect stem and grows up to 40 cm in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aspicarpa salicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and control erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aspicarpa salicifolia has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspicarpa salicifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be grown in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote new growth.
Where to Find Aspicarpa salicifolia
Aspicarpa salicifolia can be found in the tropical regions of South America.
Aspicarpa salicifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspicarpa salicifolia?
Aspicarpa salicifolia
What is the family of Aspicarpa salicifolia?
Rubiaceae
Where is Aspicarpa salicifolia found?
South America
Species in the Aspicarpa genus
Aspicarpa boliviensis,
Aspicarpa brevipes,
Aspicarpa harleyi,
Aspicarpa hyssopifolia,
Aspicarpa pulchella,
Aspicarpa salicifolia,
Aspicarpa schininii,
Aspicarpa sericea,
Aspicarpa uruguariensis,
Aspicarpa steinmannii,
Species in the Malpighiaceae family
Acmanthera cowanii,
Acmanthera duckei,
Acmanthera fernandesii,
Acmanthera latifolia,
Acmanthera longifolia,
Acmanthera minima,
Acmanthera parviflora,
Acridocarpus adenophorus,
Acridocarpus alopecurus,
Acridocarpus alternifolius,
Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus,
Acridocarpus ballyi,
Acridocarpus camerunensis,
Acridocarpus chevalieri,
Acridocarpus chloropterus,
Acridocarpus congestus,
Acridocarpus congolensis,
Acridocarpus excelsus,
Acridocarpus glaucescens,
Acridocarpus hirundo,
Acridocarpus humbertii,
Acridocarpus humblotii,
Acridocarpus katangensis,
Acridocarpus ledermannii,
Acridocarpus longifolius,
Acridocarpus macrocalyx,
Acridocarpus mayumbensis,
Acridocarpus monodii,
Acridocarpus natalitius,
Acridocarpus oppositifolius,
Acridocarpus orientalis,
Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus,
Acridocarpus perrieri,
Acridocarpus plagiopterus,
Acridocarpus prasinus,
Acridocarpus scheffleri,
Acridocarpus smeathmannii,
Acridocarpus socotranus,
Acridocarpus spectabilis,
Acridocarpus staudtii,
Acridocarpus ugandensis,
Acridocarpus vanderystii,
Acridocarpus vivy,
Acridocarpus zanzibaricus,
Adelphia hiraea,
Adelphia macrophylla,
Adelphia mirabilis,
Adelphia platyrachis,
Aenigmatanthera doniana,
Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,