Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
balakrishnanii
ID:
553008

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.C.Srivast.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
J. Econ. Taxon. Bot. 4: 1003 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552340



Common Names

  • Aspidopterys balakrishnanii
  • Balakrishnan's Aspidopterys
  • Balakrishnan's Leafybract


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Description

Aspidopterys balakrishnanii (also called Aspidopterys, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia. It is a perennial plant that grows to a height of 1–2 m and has long, narrow leaves. It is found in moist, sandy, and rocky soils in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidopterys balakrishnanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidopterys balakrishnanii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidopterys balakrishnanii can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water the plant regularly during the growing season and fertilize it every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Aspidopterys balakrishnanii

Aspidopterys balakrishnanii is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Aspidopterys balakrishnanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidopterys balakrishnanii?

Aspidopterys balakrishnanii

What is the family of Aspidopterys balakrishnanii?

Rubiaceae

Where is Aspidopterys balakrishnanii found?

South America

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

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