Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
prisca
ID:
567604

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 3: 9 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566936



Common Names

  • Blomia prisca
  • Prisca Blomia
  • Prisca Fern


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Synonyms

  • Blomia cupanioides Miranda [unknown]
  • Cupania prisca Standl. [unknown]
  • Tikalia prisca (Standl.) Lundell [unknown]

Description

Blomia prisca (also called 'Ancient Blomia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Blomia prisca is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and as a food source for fish and other aquatic species.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blomia prisca is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blomia prisca is a tropical shrub native to Africa. It can be grown in a well-drained soil and prefers full sun. It should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Blomia prisca

Blomia prisca is native to Central and South America. It can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Blomia prisca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blomia prisca?

Blomia prisca

What type of plant is Blomia prisca?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.

Where is Blomia prisca found?

It is native to Angola, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa.

Species in the Blomia genus

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2677639: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.