Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
sambiranensis
ID:
324953

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier & Leandri

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 85: 528 (1938 publ. 1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000324285



Common Names

  • Sambiranensis Benoistia
  • Benoistia of Sambiranensis
  • Benoistia sambiranensis


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Description

Benoistia sambiranensis (also called Sambirano 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 sambiranensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a culinary herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white flowers. Seed: small, dark brown seeds. Seedlings: small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Benoistia sambiranensis is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to Madagascar. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Benoistia sambiranensis

Benoistia sambiranensis can be found in the Middle East, in Turkey and Syria.

Benoistia sambiranensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Benoistia sambiranensis?

Benoistia sambiranensis

What is the natural habitat of Benoistia sambiranensis?

Benoistia sambiranensis is found in tropical rainforests of Madagascar

What are the common uses of Benoistia sambiranensis?

Benoistia sambiranensis is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments

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-20500: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
Jacques Désiré Leandri (1903-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leandri' in the authors string.