Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balansae
ID:
562369

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brongn. & Gris

Source:
cmp

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 18: 245 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561701



Common Names

  • Beauprea balansae
  • Balansae Beauprea
  • Beauprea Balansae


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Description

Beauprea balansae (also called Balansa's Beauprea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is a shrub that can grow up to 3 meters tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Beauprea balansae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Beauprea balansae is a yellowish-green, five-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beauprea balansae is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained soil and requires regular watering. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Beauprea balansae

Beauprea balansae is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Beauprea balansae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beauprea balansae?

Beauprea balansae

What is the common name of Beauprea balansae?

Balansa's Beauprea

What is the natural habitat of Beauprea balansae?

Tropical forests in Central and South America

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2672262: Based on the initial data import
Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
Jean Antoine Arthur Gris (1829-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gris' in the authors string.