Benzingia thienii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thienii
ID:
912282
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dodson) P.A.Harding
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Huntleyas 32. 2008
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911617
Common Names
- Benzingia Thienii
- Thienii Benzingia
- Thienii Bamboo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Benzingia thienii (also called Thien's Benzingia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to South Africa, and typically grows in dry, sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Benzingia thienii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used for making tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Benzingia thienii has small white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Benzingia thienii is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to India. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers a sunny location and regular watering. It is also tolerant of salt spray.
Where to Find Benzingia thienii
Benzingia thienii is native to Vietnam.
Benzingia thienii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Benzingia thienii?
Benzingia thienii
What is the common name of Benzingia thienii?
Lemonwood
What type of plant is Benzingia thienii?
Tree
Species in the Benzingia genus
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-456506: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.
Patricia A. Harding (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.A.Harding' in the authors string.