Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
banksianum
ID:
159571

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guillaumin) A.C.Sm.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Sargentia 1: 88, in obs. (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158900



Common Names

  • Banks' Astronidium
  • Banks' Star Flower
  • Banks' Star-Flower


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Synonyms

  • Astronia banksiana Guillaumin [unknown]

Description

Astronidium banksianum (also called Banks Astronidium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforest of New Caledonia. It prefers moist, humid environments and is often found in lowland rainforest.

Uses & Benefits

Astronidium banksianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astronidium banksianum is a large, white, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves and a purple stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astronidium banksianum is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Astronidium banksianum

Astronidium banksianum is native to tropical rainforests in New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and the Bismarck Archipelago.

Astronidium banksianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astronidium banksianum?

Astronidium banksianum

What type of plant is Astronidium banksianum?

A shrub

Where is Astronidium banksianum native to?

Australia

Species in the Astronidium genus

Astronidium aneityense, Astronidium banksianum, Astronidium brassii, Astronidium carolinense, Astronidium confertiflorum, Astronidium degeneri, Astronidium floribundum, Astronidium glabrum, Astronidium inflatum, Astronidium kasiense, Astronidium lepidotum, Astronidium macranthum, Astronidium navigatorum, Astronidium novae-hannoverae, Astronidium palauense, Astronidium pallidiflorum, Astronidium ponapense, Astronidium robustum, Astronidium samoense, Astronidium saulae, Astronidium sessilie, Astronidium storckii, Astronidium subcordatum, Astronidium subvaginatum, Astronidium tomentosum, Astronidium victoriae, Astronidium angulosum, Astronidium basinervatum, Astronidium biakense, Astronidium bracteatum, Astronidium circumscissum, Astronidium constrictum, Astronidium cuneatum, Astronidium fragilissimum, Astronidium glabratum, Astronidium infundibulare, Astronidium laeve, Astronidium lemafaense, Astronidium lepidopunctatum, Astronidium loloruense, Astronidium mammiforme, Astronidium micranthum, Astronidium miraculum-dei, Astronidium morobiense, Astronidium novae-ebudaense, Astronidium pallidum, Astronidium pseudoparviflorum, Astronidium puberulum, Astronidium rhaphidifolium, Astronidium sinuosum,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:566482-1: Based on the initial data import