Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
decussiflora
ID:
575252

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.R.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 32: 279 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574584



Common Names

  • Decussate Bunchosia
  • Decussate Peanut Butter Fruit
  • Decussate Butterfly Pea


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Description

Bunchosia decussiflora (also called Cross-Flower Bunchosia, among many other common names) is a small, woody shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves with a glossy green hue and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical forests and is often found growing in the understory of larger trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bunchosia decussiflora is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. It has edible fruits and leaves, which can be used in salads or cooked. The leaves can also be used to make tea. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties, which include treating fever, skin infections, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bunchosia decussiflora has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The flowers are borne in clusters on a short, thin stalk. The seed is a small, round capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bunchosia decussiflora is a species of flowering plant in the Malpighiaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bunchosia decussiflora

Bunchosia decussiflora is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical areas.

Bunchosia decussiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bunchosia decussiflora?

Bunchosia decussiflora

What is the common name of Bunchosia decussiflora?

Cross-Flower Bunchosia

Where is Bunchosia decussiflora native to?

Mexico

Species in the Bunchosia genus

Bunchosia acuminata, Bunchosia angustifolia, Bunchosia anomala, Bunchosia apiculata, Bunchosia argentea, Bunchosia armeniaca, Bunchosia articulata, Bunchosia berlinii, Bunchosia biocellata, Bunchosia bonplandiana, Bunchosia brevistyla, Bunchosia canescens, Bunchosia caroli, Bunchosia cauliflora, Bunchosia cestrifolia, Bunchosia costaricensis, Bunchosia cumanensis, Bunchosia decussiflora, Bunchosia deflexa, Bunchosia diphylla, Bunchosia dwyeri, Bunchosia ekmanii, Bunchosia elliptica, Bunchosia emarginata, Bunchosia glandulifera, Bunchosia glandulosa, Bunchosia gracilis, Bunchosia grandifolia, Bunchosia grayumii, Bunchosia guatemalensis, Bunchosia haitiensis, Bunchosia hartwegiana, Bunchosia hookeriana, Bunchosia hotteana, Bunchosia itacarensis, Bunchosia jamaicensis, Bunchosia lancifolia, Bunchosia lanieri, Bunchosia lindeniana, Bunchosia linearifolia, Bunchosia luzmariae, Bunchosia macilenta, Bunchosia macrophylla, Bunchosia maritima, Bunchosia matudai, Bunchosia mcvaughii, Bunchosia mesoamericana, Bunchosia mollis, Bunchosia montana, Bunchosia monticola,

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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