Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
affinis
ID:
1322081

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kurz) Callm. & Buerki

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Candollea 67: 330 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334535



Common Names

  • Benstonea Affinis
  • Affinis Benstonea
  • Benstonea


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Description

Benstonea affinis (also called 'Affinis False Foxglove', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem bearing white or pink flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Benstonea affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of herbal medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Benstonea affinis is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Benstonea affinis is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to India. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Benstonea affinis prefers warm temperatures and moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Benstonea affinis

Benstonea affinis is found in the tropical forests of Thailand.

Benstonea affinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Benstonea affinis?

Benstonea affinis

Where is Benstonea affinis found?

Benstonea affinis is found in Mexico.

What are the common names of Benstonea affinis?

Common names of Benstonea affinis include Mexican stonecrop and Mexican stoneplant.

Species in the Benstonea genus

Benstonea dumetorum, Benstonea epiphytica, Benstonea microglottis, Benstonea ornithocephala, Benstonea platystigma, Benstonea saint-johnii, Benstonea sobolifera, Benstonea adinobotrys, Benstonea affinis, Benstonea alticola, Benstonea ashtonii, Benstonea atrocarpa, Benstonea beccata, Benstonea biplicata, Benstonea brevistylis, Benstonea brunigii, Benstonea calcinacta, Benstonea celebica, Benstonea copelandii, Benstonea ellipsoidea, Benstonea elostigma, Benstonea foetida, Benstonea gibbsiana, Benstonea glaucophylla, Benstonea herbacea, Benstonea humilis, Benstonea inquilina, Benstonea korthalsii, Benstonea kurzii, Benstonea lauterbachii, Benstonea lepatophila, Benstonea monticola, Benstonea nana, Benstonea pachyphylla, Benstonea parva, Benstonea pectinata, Benstonea permicron, Benstonea pilaris, Benstonea pseudosyncarpa, Benstonea pumila, Benstonea rupestris, Benstonea rustica, Benstonea setistyla, Benstonea stenocarpa, Benstonea sylvatica, Benstonea thomissophylla, Benstonea thurstonii, Benstonea thwaitesii, Benstonea tunicata, Benstonea undulifolia,

Species in the Pandanaceae family

Freycinetia abbreviata, Freycinetia acicularis, Freycinetia acuta, Freycinetia acutifolia, Freycinetia admiraltiensis, Freycinetia amoena, Freycinetia ancistrosperma, Freycinetia andajensis, Freycinetia angakumiana, Freycinetia angulata, Freycinetia angusta, Freycinetia angustifolia, Freycinetia angustissima, Freycinetia apayaoensis, Freycinetia apoensis, Freycinetia arborea, Freycinetia archboldiana, Freycinetia arfakiana, Freycinetia aruensis, Freycinetia atocensis, Freycinetia awaiarensis, Freycinetia backeri, Freycinetia banksii, Freycinetia bassa, Freycinetia baueriana, Freycinetia beccarii, Freycinetia bicolor, Freycinetia biloba, Freycinetia biroi, Freycinetia bismarckensis, Freycinetia boluboluensis, Freycinetia bomberaiensis, Freycinetia boninensis, Freycinetia bornensis, Freycinetia bosaviensis, Freycinetia brachyclada, Freycinetia brassii, Freycinetia breviauriculata, Freycinetia brevifolia, Freycinetia brevipedunculata, Freycinetia brevis, Freycinetia bulusanensis, Freycinetia candeliformis, Freycinetia carnosa, Freycinetia caudata, Freycinetia celebica, Freycinetia chartacea, Freycinetia ciliaris, Freycinetia coagmentata, Freycinetia cochleatisperma,

References

Martin Wilhelm Callmander (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Callm.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.
Sven Buerki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buerki' in the authors string.