Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
banksiae
ID:
1331079

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.J.Middleton

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 301: 1962 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343533



Common Names

  • Chayamaritia banksiae
  • Banksiae Chayamaritia
  • Chayamaritia banksiae


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Description

Chayamaritia banksiae (also called 'Banks' Chayamaritia', among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is a small to medium-sized shrub, reaching up to 3-4 m in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often found in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chayamaritia banksiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of herbal medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chayamaritia banksiae is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chayamaritia banksiae is a tropical plant that is best propagated from seeds. It prefers warm temperatures and high humidity and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. To propagate, sow the seeds in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist but not soggy, and the seedlings should emerge in a few weeks. Once the seedlings have developed, the plant can be transplanted into a larger pot.

Where to Find Chayamaritia banksiae

Chayamaritia banksiae is native to Ecuador.

Chayamaritia banksiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chayamaritia banksiae?

Chayamaritia banksiae

What is the common name of Chayamaritia banksiae?

Banks' Chayamaritia

What is the natural habitat of Chayamaritia banksiae?

It is found in the tropical forests of Thailand

Species in the Chayamaritia genus

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

David John Middleton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Middleton' in the authors string.