Bucephalandra kishii - Uses, Benefits & Care
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Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kishii
ID:
1327923
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Y.Wong & P.C.Boyce
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 44: 173 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340377
Common Names
- Kishii
- Bucephalandra Kishii
- Bucephalandra Kishii
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Bucephalandra kishii (also called Kishii Bucephalandra, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to Borneo. It has a creeping habit and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate. It is found in forests, valleys, and mountains, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Bucephalandra kishii is an ornamental plant that is used in aquariums and terrariums. It is an attractive plant that can be used to add color and texture to the aquarium. The plant is also known for its ability to filter out toxins from the water, making it a great choice for aquariums with fish.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bucephalandra kishii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Bucephalandra kishii can be found in the tropical forests of Borneo.
Bucephalandra kishii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bucephalandra kishii?
Bucephalandra kishii
What are the common names of Bucephalandra kishii?
Kishii Bucephalandra
What is the natural habitat of Bucephalandra kishii?
Bucephalandra kishii is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia
Species in the Bucephalandra genus
Bucephalandra catherineae, Bucephalandra gigantea, Bucephalandra magnifolia, Bucephalandra motleyana, Bucephalandra pygmaea, Bucephalandra akantha, Bucephalandra aurantiitheca, Bucephalandra belindae, Bucephalandra bogneri, Bucephalandra chimaera, Bucephalandra chrysokoupa, Bucephalandra diabolica, Bucephalandra elliptica, Bucephalandra forcipula, Bucephalandra goliath, Bucephalandra kerangas, Bucephalandra kishii, Bucephalandra minotaur, Bucephalandra muluensis, Bucephalandra oblanceolata, Bucephalandra oncophora, Bucephalandra pubes, Bucephalandra sordidula, Bucephalandra tetana, Bucephalandra ultramafica, Bucephalandra vespula, Bucephalandra yengiae, Bucephalandra micrantha, Bucephalandra spathulifolia, Bucephalandra filiformis, Bucephalandra adei, Bucephalandra danumensis,
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,
References
Peter Charles Boyce (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Boyce' in the authors string.
Sin Yeng Wong (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Wong' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77141858-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.