Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
storkii
ID:
1250780

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Almeda

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Novon 10(4): 314 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250118



Common Names

  • Blakea storkii
  • Blakea
  • Storkii


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Description

Blakea storkii (also called Stork's Blakea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has an upright habit and produces small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, usually in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Blakea storkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blakea storkii is a yellow-green color with a tubular corolla. The seed is a small, black, glossy nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blakea storkii is an evergreen shrub native to India. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Blakea storkii

Blakea storkii is native to Mexico. It can be found growing in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in grasslands and open woodlands.

Blakea storkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blakea storkii?

Blakea storkii

What is the common name of Blakea storkii?

Stork's Blakea

What is the natural habitat of Blakea storkii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in moist, shady places, such as in forests, on rocks, and in ravines.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50153559: Based on the initial data import
Frank Almeda (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Almeda' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.