Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
nelsonii
ID:
559205

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rose) D.M.Bates

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 10: 455 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558537



Common Names

  • Bakeridesia nelsonii
  • Nelsonii Bakeridesia
  • Bakeridesia Nelsonii


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Synonyms

  • Abutilon nelsonii Rose [unknown]

Description

Bakeridesia nelsonii (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 nelsonii 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 nelsonii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bakeridesia nelsonii is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil in the spring or summer and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Bakeridesia nelsonii

Bakeridesia nelsonii is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Bakeridesia nelsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bakeridesia nelsonii?

Bakeridesia nelsonii

What is the common name of Bakeridesia nelsonii?

Nelson's Bakeridesia

What is the natural habitat of Bakeridesia nelsonii?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-2667922: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
David Martin Bates (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Bates' in the authors string.