Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
superba
ID:
1322386

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Naudin) Penneys & Judd

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 20: 29 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334840



Common Names

  • Superba Mahogany
  • Purple Mahogany
  • Subbarbata Mahogany


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Description

Blakea superba (also called Superb Blakea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats. It has an upright, branching habit and produces white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Blakea superba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blakea superba has yellow flowers with dark centers and a pleasant aroma. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blakea superba is a tropical shrub that is native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist medium such as sand or vermiculite.

Where to Find Blakea superba

Blakea superba is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in moist montane forests at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.

Blakea superba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blakea superba?

Blakea superba

What is the natural habitat of Blakea superba?

Blakea superba is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the common uses of Blakea superba?

Blakea superba is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant

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

Charles Victor Naudin (1815-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Naudin' 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.