Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
balsaensis
ID:
1328318

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.O.Alvarado & J.C.Soto

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 177: 164 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340772



Common Names

  • Cascabela balsaensis
  • Balsaensis Cascabela
  • Balsaensis Tree


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Description

Cascabela balsaensis (also called Balsa Cascabela, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the dry regions of the western United States and Mexico. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cascabela balsaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cascabela balsaensis has yellow flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cascabela balsaensis is a small shrub found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It requires a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Cascabela balsaensis

Cascabela balsaensis can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico.

Cascabela balsaensis FAQ

What is the common name of Cascabela balsaensis?

Balsa cascabela

What is the natural range of Cascabela balsaensis?

Mexico

What is the habitat of Cascabela balsaensis?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

José C. Soto N.: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Soto' in the authors string.
Leonardo O. Alvarado-Cárdenas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Alvarado' in the authors string.