Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
bonitum
ID:
1554922

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Lowry, G.M.Plunkett & M.M.Mora

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 72(1): 6. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000034448

Common Names

  • Sciodaphyllum Bonitum
  • Bonitum Moss
  • Bonitum's Moss

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Description

Sciodaphyllum bonitum (also called 'Hairy-leaved Sciodaphyllum', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and moist savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sciodaphyllum bonitum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sciodaphyllum bonitum is small, white and tubular. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sciodaphyllum bonitum can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in its own pot. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Sciodaphyllum bonitum

Sciodaphyllum bonitum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Sciodaphyllum bonitum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sciodaphyllum bonitum?

Sciodaphyllum bonitum

What is the family of Sciodaphyllum bonitum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Sciodaphyllum bonitum?

Bonitum Sciodaphyllum

Species in the Sciodaphyllum genus

Sciodaphyllum latiligulatum, Sciodaphyllum minutiflorum, Sciodaphyllum micranthum, Sciodaphyllum munchiquense, Sciodaphyllum anomalum, Sciodaphyllum peruvianum, Sciodaphyllum ramosissimum, Sciodaphyllum rubiginosum, Sciodaphyllum silvaticum, Sciodaphyllum steyermarkii, Sciodaphyllum basiorevolutum, Sciodaphyllum rufilanceolatum, Sciodaphyllum ternatum, Sciodaphyllum chachapoyense, Sciodaphyllum pygmaeum, Sciodaphyllum vasquezianum, Sciodaphyllum violaceum, Sciodaphyllum geniculatum, Sciodaphyllum oxapampense, Sciodaphyllum zarucchii, Sciodaphyllum asymmetricum, Sciodaphyllum attenuatum, Sciodaphyllum bangii, Sciodaphyllum bifurcatum, Sciodaphyllum bonitum, Sciodaphyllum caducum, Sciodaphyllum cajambrense, Sciodaphyllum concolor, Sciodaphyllum decagynum, Sciodaphyllum dielsii, Sciodaphyllum digynum, Sciodaphyllum elachistocephalum, Sciodaphyllum euryphyllum, Sciodaphyllum guanayense, Sciodaphyllum herthae, Sciodaphyllum lancifoliolatum, Sciodaphyllum lasiogyne, Sciodaphyllum magnifolium, Sciodaphyllum monzonense, Sciodaphyllum paruanum, Sciodaphyllum pentadactylum, Sciodaphyllum sachamatense, Sciodaphyllum samarianum, Sciodaphyllum sararense, Sciodaphyllum sipapoense, Sciodaphyllum trollii, Sciodaphyllum weberbaueri, Sciodaphyllum aquaverense, Sciodaphyllum albocapitatum, Sciodaphyllum awa,

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,