Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
olivieriana
ID:
1260629

Status:
valid

Authors:
Freire-Fierro

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Novon 11: 168 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259967

Common Names

  • Aciotis olivieriana
  • Olivieriana Aciotis
  • Olivieriana

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Description

Aciotis olivieriana (also called Olivier's aciotis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is a shrub, usually reaching a height of 1-2 m. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama, and grows in tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aciotis olivieriana is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aciotis olivieriana has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aciotis olivieriana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn from semi-ripe shoots and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly until established.

Where to Find Aciotis olivieriana

Aciotis olivieriana is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Aciotis olivieriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aciotis olivieriana?

Aciotis olivieriana

What is the common name of Aciotis olivieriana?

Olivier's Aciotis

What is the natural habitat of Aciotis olivieriana?

Dry deciduous forests

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50194077: Based on the initial data import
Alina Freire-Fierro (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Freire-Fierro' in the authors string.