Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
pulverulenta
ID:
1276424

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vahl

Source:
tro

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. iii. 61. (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275762



Common Names

  • Blakea pulverulenta
  • Powderpuff Tree
  • Cotton Tree


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Description

Blakea pulverulenta (also called Powdery Blakea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, up to 2 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Blakea pulverulenta is a species of plant used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used as a decorative plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blakea pulverulenta has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blakea pulverulenta is a perennial shrub native to the Caribbean. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Blakea pulverulenta

Blakea pulverulenta can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Blakea pulverulenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blakea pulverulenta?

Blakea pulverulenta

What is the common name of Blakea pulverulenta?

Pulverulent Blakea

What is the natural habitat of Blakea pulverulenta?

Tropical moist forests in Central and South America

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,