Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
anisophylla
ID:
1558474

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Triana) Baill.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. 7: 26. 1877

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000036285





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Description

Blakea anisophylla (also called Anisophyllous Blakea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central America. It is characterized by its small, oval leaves and white, tubular flowers. It is found in moist, forested habitats, such as tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Blakea anisophylla is a popular ornamental tree often planted in parks and gardens. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blakea anisophylla has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blakea anisophylla is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings taken in summer or from seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring. Water regularly until the plants are established.

Where to Find Blakea anisophylla

Blakea anisophylla is native to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Antioquia and Valle del Cauca.

Blakea anisophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blakea anisophylla?

Blakea anisophylla

What is the common name of Blakea anisophylla?

Anisophyllous Blakea

What is the natural habitat of Blakea anisophylla?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Blakea genus

Blakea amabilis, Blakea cuatrecasasii, Blakea fissicalyx, Blakea attenboroughii, Blakea urbaniana, Blakea schlimii, Blakea trinervia, Blakea tuberculata, Blakea aeruginosa, Blakea ciliata, Blakea cuneata, Blakea ferruginea, Blakea granatensis, Blakea grandiflora, Blakea hirsuta, Blakea lindeniana, Blakea ovalis, Blakea podagrica, Blakea pyxidanthus, Blakea repens, Blakea rosea, Blakea rostrata, Blakea rotundifolia, Blakea sawadae, Blakea spruceana, Blakea standleyana, Blakea subconnata, Blakea villosa, Blakea longibracteata, Blakea grisebachii, Blakea brasiliensis, Blakea latifolia, Blakea mexiae, Blakea multiflora, Blakea paludosa, Blakea brunnea, Blakea calycosa, Blakea crinita, Blakea elliptica, Blakea foliacea, Blakea gracilis, Blakea parvifolia, Blakea pauciflora, Blakea wilburiana, Blakea guatemalensis, Blakea purpusii, Blakea quadrangularis, Blakea fuchsioides, Blakea penduliflora, Blakea princeps,

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,