Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.Pierlot) Byng & Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.259722222. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423936
Common Names
- Pachylobus bampsianus
- Bamps' Pachylobus
- Bamps' African Pachylobus
Description
Pachylobus bampsianus (also called the Bampsian Pachylobus, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree that is native to Southeast Asia. It has a single trunk and can reach heights of up to 10 m. It has dark green leaves and small white flowers. It grows in tropical forests and is drought-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Pachylobus bampsianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pachylobus bampsianus has small, yellow flowers with a white center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pachylobus bampsianus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Pachylobus bampsianus
Pachylobus bampsianus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Pachylobus bampsianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pachylobus bampsianus?
Pachylobus bampsianus
What is the common name of Pachylobus bampsianus?
Bampsian Pachylobus
What is the natural habitat of Pachylobus bampsianus?
Pachylobus bampsianus is found in tropical forests of West Africa
Species in the Pachylobus genus
Pachylobus buettneri,
Pachylobus tessmannii,
Pachylobus pubescens,
Pachylobus osika,
Pachylobus macrophyllus,
Pachylobus le-testui,
Pachylobus ledermannii,
Pachylobus klaineanus,
Pachylobus heterotrichus,
Pachylobus buettneri,
Pachylobus klaineanus,
Pachylobus letestui,
Pachylobus trapnellii,
Pachylobus camerunensis,
Pachylobus normandii,
Pachylobus igaganga,
Pachylobus villiersianas,
Pachylobus bampsianus,
Pachylobus ebatom,
Species in the Burseraceae family
Ambilobea madagascariensis,
Aucoumea klaineana,
Beiselia mexicana,
Boswellia globosa,
Boswellia ameero,
Boswellia bullata,
Boswellia carteri,
Boswellia dalzielii,
Boswellia dioscoridis,
Boswellia elongata,
Boswellia frereana,
Boswellia microphylla,
Boswellia nana,
Boswellia neglecta,
Boswellia ogadensis,
Boswellia ovalifoliolata,
Boswellia papyrifera,
Boswellia pirottae,
Boswellia popoviana,
Boswellia rivae,
Boswellia sacra,
Boswellia serrata,
Boswellia socotrana,
Bursera roseana,
Bursera silviae,
Bursera toledoana,
Bursera altijuga,
Bursera amplifolia,
Bursera angustata,
Bursera aptera,
Bursera arida,
Bursera ariensis,
Bursera aromatica,
Bursera aspleniifolia,
Bursera attenuata,
Bursera bicolor,
Bursera biflora,
Bursera bipinnata,
Bursera bolivarii,
Bursera bonetii,
Bursera brunea,
Bursera cerasifolia,
Bursera chemapodicta,
Bursera cinerea,
Bursera citronella,
Bursera collina,
Bursera confusa,
Bursera copallifera,
Bursera coyucensis,
Bursera crenata,
References
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.