Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
boiteaui
ID:
1302813

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hervouet

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 36: 213 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315267

Common Names

  • Boiteaui Benthamia
  • Madagascar Benthamia
  • Boiteau's Benthamia

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Description

Benthamia boiteaui (also called 'Boiteau's Benthamia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It has a spreading habit with reddish-brown bark and small, glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in dry deciduous forests and spiny bush habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Benthamia boiteaui is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Benthamia boiteaui has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Benthamia boiteaui is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -7°C. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Benthamia boiteaui

Benthamia boiteaui is native to Madagascar.

Benthamia boiteaui FAQ

What is the scientific name of Benthamia boiteaui?

Benthamia boiteaui

What is the natural habitat of Benthamia boiteaui?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Benthamia boiteaui?

July to August

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,

References

Jean-Michel Hervouet: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hervouet' in the authors string.