Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
longipedunculata
ID:
327281

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, VII: 38 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326613



Common Names

  • Longipedunculata Bernardia
  • Longipedunculata Tree
  • Longipedunculata Tree


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Synonyms

  • Bernardia peduncularis longepedunculata Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Bernardia peduncularis spiciflora Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Bernardia peduncularis subcapituliflora Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]

Description

Bernardia longipedunculata (also called Long-stalked Bernardia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands. It has a short trunk and a rounded crown, with narrow, dark green leaves. It grows in tropical forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Bernardia longipedunculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bernardia longipedunculata are small and yellow, with purple anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bernardia longipedunculata is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge or a screen. It is also suitable for container growing.

Where to Find Bernardia longipedunculata

Bernardia longipedunculata is native to Mexico.

Bernardia longipedunculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bernardia longipedunculata?

Bernardia longipedunculata

What is the common name of Bernardia longipedunculata?

Longipedunculata Bernardia

What is the family of Bernardia longipedunculata?

Euphorbiaceae

Species in the Bernardia genus

Bernardia alarici, Bernardia albida, Bernardia amazonica, Bernardia argentinensis, Bernardia asplundii, Bernardia axillaris, Bernardia brevipes, Bernardia caperoniifolia, Bernardia carpinifolia, Bernardia celastrinea, Bernardia chiapensis, Bernardia colombiana, Bernardia confertifolia, Bernardia corensis, Bernardia crassifolia, Bernardia dichotoma, Bernardia dodecandra, Bernardia flexuosa, Bernardia fruticulosa, Bernardia gambosa, Bernardia gardneri, Bernardia geniculata, Bernardia gentryana, Bernardia hagelundii, Bernardia hassleriana, Bernardia heteropilosa, Bernardia hirsutissima, Bernardia incana, Bernardia jacquiniana, Bernardia kochii, Bernardia lagunensis, Bernardia lanceifolia, Bernardia laurentii, Bernardia leptostachys, Bernardia longipedunculata, Bernardia macrophylla, Bernardia mayana, Bernardia mazatlana, Bernardia mexicana, Bernardia micrantha, Bernardia mollis, Bernardia multicaulis, Bernardia myricifolia, Bernardia nicaraguensis, Bernardia oblanceolata, Bernardia obovata, Bernardia odonellii, Bernardia ovalifolia, Bernardia ovata, Bernardia paraguariensis,

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-20724: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.