Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
benguelensis
ID:
329671

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 2: 332 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000329003



Common Names

  • Uapaca benguelensis
  • Benguelensis Uapaca
  • Uapaca Benguelensis


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Synonyms

  • Uapaca angolensis Hutch. ex Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Uapaca benguelensis glabra P.A.Duvign. [unknown]
  • Uapaca benguelensis pedunculata P.A.Duvign. [unknown]
  • Uapaca teusczii Pax [unknown]

Description

Uapaca benguelensis (also called Benguela Uapaca, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to Madagascar, where it is found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall.

Uses & Benefits

Uapaca benguelensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Uapaca benguelensis has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Uapaca benguelensis is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Uapaca benguelensis

Uapaca benguelensis can be found in tropical Africa.

Uapaca benguelensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Uapaca benguelensis?

Uapaca benguelensis

What is the common name of Uapaca benguelensis?

Benguela Uapaca

Where is Uapaca benguelensis native to?

Angola

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References