Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
letestui
ID:
194383

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pellegr.) Wieringa

Source:
ildis

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Wageningen Agric. Univ. Pap.99(4): 222 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193712



Common Names

  • Letestu's Bikinia
  • Bikinia Letestui
  • Bikinia


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Synonyms

  • Monopetalanthus letestui Pellegr. [valid]
  • Bikinia le-testui le-testui [unknown]

Description

Bikinia letestui (also called Letestu's Needle-leaf, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bikinia letestui is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It is used in landscaping and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bikinia letestui sub. mayumbensis Wieringa
Bikinia letestui sub. letestui

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Bikinia letestui is white, with a yellow center, and is borne in clusters. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bikinia letestui is a perennial shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-prepared seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Bikinia letestui

Bikinia letestui is native to Central Africa and can be found in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Cameroon.

Bikinia letestui FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bikinia letestui?

Bikinia letestui

What is the family of Bikinia letestui?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Bikinia letestui?

Letestui

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

François Pellegrin (1881-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pellegr.' in the authors string.
Jan Johannes Wieringa (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wieringa' in the authors string.