Status:
valid
Authors:
(Engl.) Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(4): 174 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558784
Common Names
- Balfourodendron riedelianum
- Riedelianum Balfourodendron
- Riedelianum False Rosewood
Synonyms
- Balfourodendron eburneum Corr.Mello ex Oliv. [unknown]
- Esenbeckia riedeliana Engl. [unknown]
- Helietta multiflora Engl. [unknown]
Description
Balfourodendron riedelianum (also called 'Riedel's 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 riedelianum 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 riedelianum flower is small and yellowish-green. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Balfourodendron riedelianum 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 riedelianum
Balfourodendron riedelianum is native to South America, particularly in Peru.
Balfourodendron riedelianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Balfourodendron riedelianum?
Balfourodendron riedelianum
What is the common name of Balfourodendron riedelianum?
Riedel's Balfourodendron
Where is Balfourodendron riedelianum 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,