Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
molle
ID:
559450

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Pirani

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 50: 359 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558782



Common Names

  • Balfourodendron molle
  • Molle Balfourodendron
  • Molle False Rosewood


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Synonyms

  • Esenbeckia mollis Miq. [unknown]

Description

Balfourodendron molle (also called 'Soft Balfourodendron', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is a small, herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady habitats, such as tropical rainforests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Balfourodendron molle is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Balfourodendron molle flower is small and yellowish-green. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Balfourodendron molle is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Central America, and Colombia. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, perlite, or sphagnum moss. It prefers bright light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Balfourodendron molle

Balfourodendron molle is native to South America, particularly in Peru.

Balfourodendron molle FAQ

What is the scientific name of Balfourodendron molle?

Balfourodendron molle

What is the common name of Balfourodendron molle?

Soft Balfourodendron

Where is Balfourodendron molle found?

India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

Species in the Balfourodendron genus

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2668179: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
José Rubens Pirani (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pirani' in the authors string.