Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
eplingii
ID:
1322356

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wurdack) Penneys & Judd

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 20: 25 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334810





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Description

Blakea eplingii (also called Epling's blakea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is a shrub or small tree with simple, opposite leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in tropical forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Blakea eplingii is used in traditional medicine as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic. It is also used to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blakea eplingii has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blakea eplingii is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is best done by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in the summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the spring in a warm, sheltered location.

Where to Find Blakea eplingii

Blakea eplingii is native to Ecuador.

Blakea eplingii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blakea eplingii?

Blakea eplingii

What is the common name of Blakea eplingii?

Epling's Tree

What is the natural habitat of Blakea eplingii?

Tropical rainforest

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,

References

John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.
Walter S. Judd (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Judd' in the authors string.
Darin S. Penneys: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Penneys' in the authors string.