Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
pilosa
ID:
1254374

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gleason

Source:
tro

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 72: 391 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253712



Common Names

  • Blakea pilosa
  • Pilosa Blakea
  • Pilosa Blakea Tree


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Description

Blakea pilosa (also called Hairy blakea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. Its leaves are ovate in shape and are dark green in color. It produces small white flowers that are clustered in inflorescences.

Uses & Benefits

Blakea pilosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its showy white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blakea pilosa has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two oval-shaped cotyledons and a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blakea pilosa is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-drained medium. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Blakea pilosa

Blakea pilosa can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Peru.

Blakea pilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blakea pilosa?

Blakea pilosa

What type of plant is Blakea pilosa?

Blakea pilosa is a shrub.

Where is Blakea pilosa found?

Blakea pilosa is found in Colombia.

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,