Bakeridesia amoena - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amoena
ID:
559189
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fryxell
Source:
cmp
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 53(1): 61 (2001).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558521
Common Names
- Bakeridesia amoena
- Amoena Bakeridesia
- Amoena False Rosewood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bakeridesia amoena (also called Bakeridesia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It has a dense, conical crown and its bark is grey-brown and smooth. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in dry and moist forests, as well as in secondary forests and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Bakeridesia amoena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bakeridesia amoena is small and yellow, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bakeridesia amoena is a terrestrial orchid native to Madagascar. It can be propagated through division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and kept moist. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Bakeridesia amoena
Bakeridesia amoena is native to tropical Africa. It can be found in the rainforests of the Congo Basin.
Bakeridesia amoena FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bakeridesia amoena?
Bakeridesia amoena
What is the common name of Bakeridesia amoena?
Amoena Bakeridesia
What is the natural habitat of Bakeridesia amoena?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of South America
Species in the Bakeridesia genus
Bakeridesia amoena, Bakeridesia bakeriana, Bakeridesia esculenta, Bakeridesia exalata, Bakeridesia ferruginea, Bakeridesia gaumeri, Bakeridesia gloriosa, Bakeridesia integerrima, Bakeridesia molinae, Bakeridesia nelsonii, Bakeridesia notolophium, Bakeridesia pittieri, Bakeridesia vulcanicola, Bakeridesia yucatana, Bakeridesia chittendenii, Bakeridesia huastecana, Bakeridesia jaliscana, Bakeridesia zapoteca, Bakeridesia parvifolia, Bakeridesia guerrerensis,
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2667908: Based on the initial data import
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.