Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
beondrokensis
ID:
266788

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humbert) R.Buchner & Puff

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 15: 68 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266120



Common Names

  • Payera beondrokensis
  • Beondrokensis Payera
  • Beond-rokensis Payera


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Synonyms

  • Schismatoclada beondrokensis Humbert [valid]

Description

Payera beondrokensis (also called 'Beondrokensis Payera', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with leathery leaves and white flowers. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, and is found in evergreen and semi-evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Payera beondrokensis is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and also as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Payera beondrokensis has white flowers with yellowish anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are short and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Payera beondrokensis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained, moist, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Payera beondrokensis

Payera beondrokensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern and northern parts of the country.

Payera beondrokensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Payera beondrokensis?

Payera beondrokensis

What is the common name of Payera beondrokensis?

Beondrokensis Payera

What is the natural habitat of Payera beondrokensis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-149172: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.
Christian Puff (1949-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Puff' in the authors string.
Ralf Buchner: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Buchner' in the authors string.