Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
avicenniifolia
ID:
562388

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Gaudich.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Voy. Bonite, Bot. 4: 38 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561720



Common Names

  • Beautempsia avicenniifolia
  • Avicenniifolia Beautempsia
  • Beautempsia Avicenniifolia


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Synonyms

  • Capparis avicennifolia Kunth [unknown]
  • Capparis ovalifolia Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Colicodendron avicenniifolium Seem. [unknown]

Description

Beautempsia avicenniifolia (also called 'Avicennia-leaved Beautempsia', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to South America, mainly in the Amazon Basin and Andes Mountains, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Beautempsia avicenniifolia is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and diarrhea. Additionally, it is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beautempsia avicenniifolia has yellow-green flowers with three petals. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped pod. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beautempsia avicenniifolia is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Beautempsia avicenniifolia

Beautempsia avicenniifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Beautempsia avicenniifolia FAQ

What are the light requirements for Beautempsia avicenniifolia?

Beautempsia avicenniifolia prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil does Beautempsia avicenniifolia prefer?

Beautempsia avicenniifolia prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How often should Beautempsia avicenniifolia be watered?

Beautempsia avicenniifolia should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Beautempsia genus

Species in the Capparaceae family

Acome micrantha, Bachmannia woodii, Beautempsia avicenniifolia, Boscia albitrunca, Boscia arabica, Boscia cauliflora, Boscia coriacea, Boscia fadeniorum, Boscia foetida, Boscia gossweileri, Boscia kalachariensis, Boscia keniensis, Boscia longifolia, Boscia madagascariensis, Boscia matabelensis, Boscia mazzocchii, Boscia microphylla, Boscia minimifolia, Boscia mossambicensis, Boscia oleoides, Boscia pestalozziana, Boscia plantefolii, Boscia polyantha, Boscia praecox, Boscia pruinosa, Boscia puberula, Boscia rotundifolia, Boscia salicifolia, Boscia senegalensis, Boscia tomentosa, Boscia urens, Boscia welwitschii, Boscia albitrunca, Boscia integrifolia, Buchholzia coriacea, Buchholzia tholloniana, Cadaba aphylla, Cadaba baccarinii, Cadaba barbigera, Cadaba benguellensis, Cadaba capparoides, Cadaba carneoviridis, Cadaba divaricata, Cadaba farinosa, Cadaba fruticosa, Cadaba gillettii, Cadaba glaberrima, Cadaba glandulosa, Cadaba insularis, Cadaba kassasii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2672281: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Charles Gaudichaud-Beaupré (1789-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gaudich.' in the authors string.