Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bauxitae
ID:
1284419

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maas, Westra & Mello-Silva

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 57: 143 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001283757



Common Names

  • Unonopsis bauxitae
  • Unonopsis
  • Bauxitae


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Description

Unonopsis bauxitae (also called Bauxite Unonopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 3 meters tall. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are small and yellow. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Unonopsis bauxitae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Unonopsis bauxitae has a bright orange flower with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Unonopsis bauxitae is a tropical plant that prefers warm, humid climates. It can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. The best time to propagate is in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and provide bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Unonopsis bauxitae

Unonopsis bauxitae can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Unonopsis bauxitae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Unonopsis bauxitae?

Unonopsis bauxitae

What is the common name of Unonopsis bauxitae?

Bauxite Tree

What is the natural habitat of Unonopsis bauxitae?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Species in the Unonopsis genus

Unonopsis storkii, Unonopsis stipitata, Unonopsis spectabilis, Unonopsis pittieri, Unonopsis umbilicata, Unonopsis glaucopetala, Unonopsis guatterioides, Unonopsis costaricensis, Unonopsis elegantissima, Unonopsis floribunda, Unonopsis pacifica, Unonopsis perrottetii, Unonopsis peruviana, Unonopsis rufescens, Unonopsis veneficiorum, Unonopsis panamensis, Unonopsis theobromifolia, Unonopsis macrocarpa, Unonopsis magnifolia, Unonopsis aviceps, Unonopsis stevensii, Unonopsis duckei, Unonopsis penduliflora, Unonopsis osae, Unonopsis longipes, Unonopsis asterantha, Unonopsis hammelii, Unonopsis bullata, Unonopsis darienensis, Unonopsis costanensis, Unonopsis megalosperma, Unonopsis aurantiaca, Unonopsis bahiensis, Unonopsis bauxitae, Unonopsis cauliflora, Unonopsis colombiana, Unonopsis esmeraldae, Unonopsis heterotricha, Unonopsis megalophylla, Unonopsis mexicana, Unonopsis monticola, Unonopsis onychopetaloides, Unonopsis renatoi, Unonopsis riedeliana, Unonopsis sanctae-teresae, Unonopsis sericea, Unonopsis sessilicarpa, Unonopsis silvatica,

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.
Renato de Mello-Silva (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mello-Silva' in the authors string.
Lübbert Ybele Theodoor Westra (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Westra' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60442786-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.