Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
pulchra
ID:
1258320

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gleason

Source:
tro

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 430 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001257658

Common Names

  • Acanthella pulchra
  • Beautiful Acanthella
  • Pretty Acanthella

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Description

Acanthella pulchra (also called Beautiful Acanthella, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers that grow in clusters. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Acanthella pulchra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acanthella pulchra has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acanthella pulchra can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It needs to be protected from strong winds and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Acanthella pulchra

Acanthella pulchra can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Acanthella pulchra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acanthella pulchra?

Acanthella pulchra

What is the common name of Acanthella pulchra?

Beautiful acanthella

What type of plant is Acanthella pulchra?

Algae

Species in the Acanthella genus

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

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