Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
lanceolatum
ID:
319118

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.T.White

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 23: 84 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318450



Common Names

  • Lanceolate Basispermum
  • Lanceolate Basisperma
  • Lanceolate Basisperm


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Description

Basisperma lanceolatum (also called Lance-leaf Satinash, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. This plant is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 8 m tall. It is found in evergreen forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Basisperma lanceolatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Basisperma lanceolatum is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Basisperma lanceolatum is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to New Guinea. The plant can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Basisperma lanceolatum

Basisperma lanceolatum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Basisperma lanceolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Basisperma lanceolatum?

Basisperma lanceolatum

What is the common name of Basisperma lanceolatum?

Lanceolate basiphyllaea

Where is Basisperma lanceolatum found?

Basisperma lanceolatum is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Species in the Basisperma genus

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19941: Based on the initial data import
Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.