Benoistia orientalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
324929
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radcl.-Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 43: 633 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000324261
Common Names
- Orientalis Benoistia
- Benoistia of Orientalis
- Benoistia orientalis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Benoistia orientalis (also called Oriental Benoistia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Benoistia orientalis is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a culinary herb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Benoistia orientalis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Benoistia orientalis is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Benoistia orientalis
Benoistia orientalis can be found in the Middle East, in Turkey and Syria.
Benoistia orientalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Benoistia orientalis?
Benoistia orientalis
Where is Benoistia orientalis found?
It is found in Turkey and Iran.
What are the uses of Benoistia orientalis?
It is used as a medicinal plant and for culinary purposes.
Species in the Benoistia genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-20498: Based on the initial data import
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.