Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
ihuana
ID:
1334133

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Martelli) Callm. & Buerki

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 275: 171 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346587



Common Names

  • Benstonea ihuana
  • Ihuana Benstonea
  • Ihuanian Benstonea


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Description

Benstonea ihuana (also called Ihuan Benstonea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is found in Papua New Guinea. It grows in moist, shady areas in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Benstonea ihuana is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Benstonea ihuana are small, yellowish-green, and have five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Benstonea ihuana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered location and should be protected from strong winds. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Benstonea ihuana

Benstonea ihuana is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.

Benstonea ihuana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Benstonea ihuana?

Benstonea ihuana

What is the common name of Benstonea ihuana?

Ihuan Benstonea

What is the natural habitat of Benstonea ihuana?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

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.
Ugolino Martelli (1860-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Martelli' in the authors string.
Sven Buerki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buerki' in the authors string.