Balaka tahitensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Wendl.) Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Webbia 4: 271 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313177
Common Names
- Tahitian Balaka
- Tahitian Balaka
- Tahitian Balaka
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Balaka tahitensis (also called 'Tahitian Balaka', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the South Pacific Islands. It has small yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Balaka tahitensis is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive and respiratory ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Balaka tahitensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Balaka tahitensis is a terrestrial orchid found in moist meadows and open woods. It is best propagated by division during the spring or fall. Plant divisions in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and keep the soil moist. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Cut back the foliage after flowering.
Where to Find Balaka tahitensis
Balaka tahitensis is found in Tahiti, French Polynesia.
Balaka tahitensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Balaka tahitensis?
Balaka tahitensis
What is the family of Balaka tahitensis?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Balaka tahitensis?
Tahitensis
Species in the Balaka genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,
References
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:664822-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.