Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
verbascifolia
ID:
577744

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rich. ex Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 1: 579 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000577076



Common Names

  • Byrsonima
  • Long Key
  • Lemon Key


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Synonyms

  • Malpighia verbascifolia L. [unknown]
  • Malpighia bicolor Mart. ex A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima crassifolia Steud. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima latifolia Krulik [unknown]
  • Byrsonima pachyphylla Griseb. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima spathulifolia Kralik [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia angustifolia A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia brasiliensis Nied. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia denudata Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia discolor Griseb. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia discolor Griseb. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia intermedia A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia latifolia A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia leiocarpa Nied. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia leiocarpa Griseb. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia paraguayensis Chodat [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia petiolata A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia spathulata Nied. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia spatulifolia A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia villosa Nied. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia villosa Griseb. [unknown]
  • Byrsonima verbascifolia discolor Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Byrsonima verbascifolia (also called Verbascifolia nance, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the genus Byrsonima. It is a small shrub with thin, wiry stems and small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in tropical rainforests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Byrsonima verbascifolia is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, diarrhea, and stomach pain. It is also used as a natural dye and as an ingredient in cosmetics. It is also used to make jams, jellies, and syrups.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Byrsonima verbascifolia flower is a white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Byrsonima verbascifolia is a shrub that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is native to Brazil and is found in the Amazon rainforest. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sheltered spot.

Where to Find Byrsonima verbascifolia

Byrsonima verbascifolia is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Byrsonima verbascifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Byrsonima verbascifolia?

Byrsonima verbascifolia

What is the common name of Byrsonima verbascifolia?

Verbascum-leaved Nance

What is the natural habitat of Byrsonima verbascifolia?

Dry forests, scrublands, and coastal areas

Species in the Byrsonima genus

Byrsonima homeieri, Byrsonima aerugo, Byrsonima affinis, Byrsonima altissima, Byrsonima alvimii, Byrsonima amoena, Byrsonima arbutifolia, Byrsonima arctostaphyloides, Byrsonima arthropoda, Byrsonima baccae, Byrsonima bahiana, Byrsonima basiliana, Byrsonima basiloba, Byrsonima bicorniculata, Byrsonima brachybotrya, Byrsonima brachystachya, Byrsonima bracteata, Byrsonima bronweniana, Byrsonima bucidifolia, Byrsonima bumeliifolia, Byrsonima cacaophila, Byrsonima carraoana, Byrsonima chalcophylla, Byrsonima christianeae, Byrsonima chrysophylla, Byrsonima cinerea, Byrsonima cipoensis, Byrsonima clausseniana, Byrsonima coccolobifolia, Byrsonima concinna, Byrsonima coniophylla, Byrsonima cordifolia, Byrsonima correifolia, Byrsonima cowanii, Byrsonima crassa, Byrsonima crassifolia, Byrsonima crispa, Byrsonima cuprea, Byrsonima cydoniifolia, Byrsonima dealbata, Byrsonima decipiens, Byrsonima densa, Byrsonima dubia, Byrsonima duckeana, Byrsonima duidana, Byrsonima eriopoda, Byrsonima eugeniifolia, Byrsonima euryphylla, Byrsonima fanshawei, Byrsonima fernandezii,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2688434: Based on the initial data import
Louis Claude Richard (1754-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rich.' in the authors string.
Antoine Laurent de Jussieu (1748-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Juss.' in the authors string.