Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
benono
ID:
744923

Status:
valid

Authors:
Randrian. & Lowry

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 31: 162 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744256

Common Names

  • Benono Micronychia
  • Benono Flower
  • Benono Plant

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Description

Micronychia benono (also called 'Benono', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Colombia. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in wet and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Micronychia benono is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make perfumes and essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Micronychia benono is white with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micronychia benono is a hardy perennial that can be grown in USDA zones 4-8. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division in the spring or fall. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Micronychia benono

Micronychia benono is native to Africa and can be found in moist grasslands and open woodlands.

Micronychia benono FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micronychia benono?

Micronychia benono

What is the common name of Micronychia benono?

Benono's Micronychia

What is the hardiness zone of Micronychia benono?

9-11

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References

Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
Armand Randrianasolo (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Randrian.' in the authors string.