Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
armillata
ID:
320617

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 3: 780 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000319949



Common Names

  • Batemannia Armillata
  • Armillated Batemannia
  • Armillated Batemannia


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Description

Batemannia armillata (also called 'Armed Star-apple', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree up to 15 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Batemannia armillata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Batemannia armillata are white and have five petals. Seed: The seeds of Batemannia armillata are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Batemannia armillata are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Batemannia armillata is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought and frost tolerant.

Where to Find Batemannia armillata

Batemannia armillata is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Batemannia armillata FAQ

What is the common name of Batemannia armillata?

Armillata star apple

What are the uses of Batemannia armillata?

The plant is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Where is Batemannia armillata native to?

Batemannia armillata is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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