Bakeridesia gloriosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gloriosa
ID:
559199
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.M.Bates
Source:
cmp
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 10: 452 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558531
Common Names
- Bakeridesia gloriosa
- Gloriosa Bakeridesia
- Bakeridesia Gloriosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bakeridesia gloriosa (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 gloriosa is used as a source of timber for furniture, construction, and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bakeridesia gloriosa 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 gloriosa 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 gloriosa
Bakeridesia gloriosa is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Bakeridesia gloriosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bakeridesia gloriosa?
Bakeridesia gloriosa
What is the common name of Bakeridesia gloriosa?
Glorious Bakeridesia
What is the natural habitat of Bakeridesia gloriosa?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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-2667917: Based on the initial data import
David Martin Bates (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Bates' in the authors string.