Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
sessilifolia
ID:
1416816

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Triana) Penneys & Judd

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 20: 28 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429281





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Description

Blakea sessilifolia (also called Sessile-leaved tree, among many other common names) is a tree with a single trunk. It is native to Central America and is found in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Blakea sessilifolia is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant smell and is often used as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blakea sessilifolia is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blakea sessilifolia is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to part shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. To propagate by cuttings, take cuttings from the current season's growth in late spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist until the seedlings are established.

Where to Find Blakea sessilifolia

Blakea sessilifolia is native to Costa Rica and can be found in the tropical forests of the Caribbean lowlands.

Blakea sessilifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blakea sessilifolia?

Blakea sessilifolia

What is the common name of Blakea sessilifolia?

Sessile-leaved tree

What is the family of Blakea sessilifolia?

Melastomataceae

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

José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' 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.