Status:
valid
Authors:
Stapf ex Spare
Source:
ipni
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1929: 318 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158967
Common Names
- Blastus
- Glandular Blastus
- Toothed Blastus
Description
Blastus eglandulosus (also called Eglandulous Blasts, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Central and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Blastus eglandulosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Blastus eglandulosus has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, dark-brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a hairy texture.
Cultivation and Propagation
Blastus eglandulosus is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by division of the rootball.
Where to Find Blastus eglandulosus
Blastus eglandulosus is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Blastus eglandulosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blastus eglandulosus?
Blastus eglandulosus
What is the common name of Blastus eglandulosus?
Eglandulosus blastus
What is the natural habitat of Blastus eglandulosus?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Blastus genus
Blastus eglandulosus,
Blastus multiflorus,
Blastus cochinchinensis,
Blastus setulosus,
Blastus tsaii,
Blastus tenuifolius,
Blastus mollissimus,
Blastus auriculatus,
Blastus pauciflorus,
Blastus brevissimus,
Blastus borneensis,
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
Gordon H. Spare: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spare' in the authors string.