Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
balansaeana
ID:
399497

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 11: 309 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398829



Common Names

  • Rourea balansaeana
  • Balansae's Rourea
  • Balansae's False Dandelion


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Description

Rourea balansaeana (also called Balansa's Rourea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araliaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of South America. It is found in forests, woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Rourea balansaeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is also used to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory problems, digestive issues, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rourea balansaeana is a small yellow flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rourea balansaeana is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is native to New Zealand and is found in coastal areas, lowland forests, and scrubland. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Once established, Rourea balansaeana requires little maintenance and is tolerant of dry conditions.

Where to Find Rourea balansaeana

Rourea balansaeana is native to Colombia. It can be found in nurseries or online retailers that specialize in tropical plants.

Rourea balansaeana FAQ

What are the common names of Rourea balansaeana?

Common names of Rourea balansaeana include the Balansae's rourea and the Balansae's-flower rourea.

What type of soil does Rourea balansaeana prefer?

Rourea balansaeana prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What type of climate does Rourea balansaeana prefer?

Rourea balansaeana prefers a warm, humid climate.

Species in the Rourea genus

Rourea balansaeana, Rourea blanchetiana, Rourea cassioides, Rourea bahiensis, Rourea calophylla, Rourea amazonica, Rourea araguaensis, Rourea cuspidata, Rourea erythrocalyx, Rourea chrysomalla, Rourea coccinea, Rourea stenopetala, Rourea surinamensis, Rourea tenuis, Rourea thomsonii, Rourea thonneri, Rourea sprucei, Rourea foreroi, Rourea frutescens, Rourea grosourdyana, Rourea glabra, Rourea krukovii, Rourea solanderi, Rourea laurifolia, Rourea revoluta, Rourea mimosoides, Rourea minor, Rourea myriantha, Rourea neglecta, Rourea obliquifoliolata, Rourea pinnata, Rourea prainiana, Rourea prancei, Rourea oligophlebia, Rourea ovalis, Rourea parviflora, Rourea pubescens, Rourea pseudospadicea, Rourea duckei, Rourea kappleri, Rourea psammophila, Rourea glazioui, Rourea macrocalyx, Rourea carvalhoi, Rourea pseudogardneriana, Rourea luizalbertoi, Rourea emarginata, Rourea vulcanicola, Rourea calophylloides, Rourea aspleniifolia,

Species in the Connaraceae family

Agelaea annobonensis, Agelaea baronii, Agelaea borneensis, Agelaea claessensii, Agelaea conraui, Agelaea gabonensis, Agelaea insignis, Agelaea macrophylla, Agelaea palmata, Agelaea paradoxa, Agelaea pentagyna, Agelaea poggeana, Agelaea rubiginosa, Agelaea trinervis, Burttia prunoides, Cnestidium bakerianum, Cnestidium froesii, Cnestidium guianense, Cnestidium rufescens, Cnestis bomiensis, Cnestis corniculata, Cnestis ferruginea, Cnestis macrantha, Cnestis macrophylla, Cnestis mannii, Cnestis mildbraedii, Cnestis palala, Cnestis polyphylla, Cnestis racemosa, Cnestis uncata, Cnestis urens, Cnestis yangambiensis, Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis,