Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
salicifolia
ID:
552923

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

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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.

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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 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,

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