Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
921995

Status:
valid

Authors:
Clos

Source:
cmp

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 8: 240 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000921330



Common Names

  • Banara tomentosa
  • Tomentose Banara
  • Tomentose Banara Tree


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Description

Banara tomentosa (also called Woolly banana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the banana family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is a small tree, growing up to 3 m tall, with large leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Banara tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its leaves can be used to make a yellow dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Banara tomentosa has small, yellow flowers, small, round seeds, and seedlings that are light green with yellow spots.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Banara tomentosa is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Colombia. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly, but not too often.

Where to Find Banara tomentosa

Banara tomentosa is native to the Caribbean, including Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola.

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

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