Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
vulcanicola
ID:
559219

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) D.M.Bates

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 10: 457 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558551



Common Names

  • Bakeridesia vulcanicola
  • Vulcanicola Bakeridesia
  • Bakeridesia Vulcanicola


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Description

Bakeridesia vulcanicola (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 vulcanicola 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 vulcanicola 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 vulcanicola 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 vulcanicola

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

Bakeridesia vulcanicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bakeridesia vulcanicola?

Bakeridesia vulcanicola

What is the common name of Bakeridesia vulcanicola?

Vulcanicola Bakeridesia

What is the natural habitat of Bakeridesia vulcanicola?

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-2667935: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
David Martin Bates (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Bates' in the authors string.