Whyanbeelia terrae-reginae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
terrae-reginae
ID:
334988
Status:
valid
Authors:
Airy Shaw & B.Hyland
Source:
wcs
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 31: 376 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334320
Common Names
- Whyanbeelia terrae-reginae
- Terrae-reginae Whyanbeelia
- Terrae-reginae
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Whyanbeelia terrae-reginae (also called Queen of the Earth, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a small to medium-sized palm, growing up to 8 m tall, with a trunk up to 8 cm in diameter.
Uses & Benefits
Whyanbeelia terrae-reginae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Whyanbeelia terrae-reginae is a white to pale yellow, five-petalled flower that grows in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Whyanbeelia terrae-reginae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.
Where to Find Whyanbeelia terrae-reginae
Whyanbeelia terrae-reginae can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Whyanbeelia terrae-reginae FAQ
What is the common name of Whyanbeelia terrae-reginae?
Terrae-Reginae Whyanbeelia
What is the growth habit of Whyanbeelia terrae-reginae?
It is an evergreen tree with a dense, upright habit.
What is the hardiness zone of Whyanbeelia terrae-reginae?
It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Species in the Whyanbeelia genus
Species in the Picrodendraceae family
Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-214661: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.
Bernard Hyland (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Hyland' in the authors string.