Beccarianthus pulcherrimus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulcherrimus
ID:
163394
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Merr.) J.F.Maxwell
Source:
ipni
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Blumea 35(1): 155 (1990): (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162723
Common Names
- Pulcherrimus Beccarianthus
- Beccarianthus Plant
- Pulcherrimus Plant
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- Everettia pulcherrima Merr. [unknown]
Description
Beccarianthus pulcherrimus (also called 'Beautiful Beccarianthus', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of the Pacific and is found in coastal forests, woodlands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Beccarianthus pulcherrimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory disorders and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Beccarianthus pulcherrimus has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Beccarianthus pulcherrimus is a tropical fern native to South America. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be propagated by spores, division, or by rhizome cuttings. It can be cultivated in a pot or in the ground in a shady area.
Where to Find Beccarianthus pulcherrimus
Beccarianthus pulcherrimus is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.
Beccarianthus pulcherrimus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Beccarianthus pulcherrimus?
Beccarianthus pulcherrimus
What is the family of Beccarianthus pulcherrimus?
Melastomataceae
What is the common name of Beccarianthus pulcherrimus?
No common name
Species in the Beccarianthus genus
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
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
J.F. Maxwell (1945-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Maxwell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:948456-1: Based on the initial data import