Arytera bifoliata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bifoliata
ID:
551345
Status:
valid
Authors:
Whistler
Source:
cmp
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Rainforest Trees Samoa : 187 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550677
Common Names
- Arytera bifoliata
- Two-leaved Arytera
- Bifoliate Arytera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arytera bifoliata (also called Bifoliate Arytera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall and has a stem diameter of up to 0.5 centimeters. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Arytera bifoliata is used as a food source, for timber, and for medicinal purposes. It is also used to make furniture, musical instruments, and handicrafts.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arytera bifoliata has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have thin, needle-like leaves.
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Arytera bifoliata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 8-10 cm long. The cuttings should be placed in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown on until they are ready for planting in the garden.
Where to Find Arytera bifoliata
Arytera bifoliata is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Arytera bifoliata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arytera bifoliata?
Arytera bifoliata
What is the common name of Arytera bifoliata?
Two-leaved arytera
What is the family of Arytera bifoliata?
Asteraceae
Species in the Arytera genus
Arytera arcuata, Arytera bifoliata, Arytera bifoliolata, Arytera brachyphylla, Arytera brackenridgei, Arytera chartacea, Arytera collina, Arytera densiflora, Arytera dictyoneura, Arytera distylis, Arytera divaricata, Arytera foveolata, Arytera gracilipes, Arytera lautereriana, Arytera lepidota, Arytera lineosquamulata, Arytera littoralis, Arytera microphylla, Arytera miniata, Arytera morobeana, Arytera multijuga, Arytera musca, Arytera nekorensis, Arytera neoebudensis, Arytera novaebrittanniae, Arytera pauciflora, Arytera pseudofoveolata,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2654168: Based on the initial data import
Arthur Whistler (1944-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Whistler' in the authors string.