Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acuta
ID:
379440

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 10: 238 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000378772

Common Names

  • Acuta Brachycorythis
  • Acuta Brachycorythis
  • Acuta Brachycorythis

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Synonyms

  • Phyllomphax acuta Schltr. [unknown]
  • Platanthera acuta Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Brachycorythis obovalis Summerh. [unknown]
  • Phyllomphax obovalis (Summerh.) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Gymnadenia acuta Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Brachycorythis acuta (also called Acute Brachycorythis, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Central America and is found in moist areas, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows. It grows up to 2 m tall and has a stem diameter of up to 5 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Brachycorythis acuta is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachycorythis acuta is a small, yellowish-green spikelet. The seeds are small, dark brown and triangular in shape. The seedlings are slender, with a single, narrow leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachycorythis acuta is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Brachycorythis acuta

Brachycorythis acuta can be found in the tropical forests of Africa.

Brachycorythis acuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachycorythis acuta?

Brachycorythis acuta

What is the family of Brachycorythis acuta?

Apocynaceae

Where is Brachycorythis acuta found?

Venezuela

Species in the Brachycorythis genus

Brachycorythis acuta, Brachycorythis angolensis, Brachycorythis basifoliata, Brachycorythis buchananii, Brachycorythis congoensis, Brachycorythis conica, Brachycorythis disoides, Brachycorythis friesii, Brachycorythis galeandra, Brachycorythis helferi, Brachycorythis henryi, Brachycorythis iantha, Brachycorythis inhambanensis, Brachycorythis kalbreyeri, Brachycorythis laotica, Brachycorythis lastii, Brachycorythis macowaniana, Brachycorythis macrantha, Brachycorythis mixta, Brachycorythis obcordata, Brachycorythis ovata, Brachycorythis paucifolia, Brachycorythis pilosa, Brachycorythis pleistophylla, Brachycorythis pubescens, Brachycorythis pumilio, Brachycorythis rhodostachys, Brachycorythis sceptrum, Brachycorythis splendida, Brachycorythis tanganyikensis, Brachycorythis tenuior, Brachycorythis thorelii, Brachycorythis velutina, Brachycorythis wightii, Brachycorythis neglecta, Brachycorythis peitawuensis, Brachycorythis youngii,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-23782: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.