Status:
valid
Authors:
(Tiegh.) Engl. ex Harms
Source:
cmp
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 16b: 332 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558646
Common Names
- Balanophora fargesii
- Fargesii Balanophora
- Fargesii Balanophoras
Synonyms
- Balanophora involucrata rubra Hook.f. [unknown]
- Bivolva fargesii Tiegh. [unknown]
Description
Balanophora fargesii (also called Farges' Balanophora, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the tropical forests of South and Southeast Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Balanophora fargesii is used as a medicinal plant and for making paper pulp.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Balanophora fargesii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Balanophora fargesii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Balanophora fargesii
Balanophora fargesii is native to China and can be found in moist, wet soils. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.
Balanophora fargesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Balanophora fargesii?
Balanophora fargesii
What is the common name of Balanophora fargesii?
Farges' Balanophora
Where is Balanophora fargesii found?
India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Species in the Balanophora genus
Balanophora abbreviata,
Balanophora dioica,
Balanophora dioica,
Balanophora elongata,
Balanophora fargesii,
Balanophora fungosa,
Balanophora harlandii,
Balanophora involucrata,
Balanophora japonica,
Balanophora latisepala,
Balanophora laxiflora,
Balanophora lowii,
Balanophora nipponica,
Balanophora papuana,
Balanophora polyandra,
Balanophora reflexa,
Balanophora subcupularis,
Balanophora tobiracola,
Balanophora wilderi,
Balanophora yakushimensis,
Balanophora coralliformis,
Species in the Balanophoraceae family
Balanophora abbreviata,
Balanophora dioica,
Balanophora dioica,
Balanophora elongata,
Balanophora fargesii,
Balanophora fungosa,
Balanophora harlandii,
Balanophora involucrata,
Balanophora japonica,
Balanophora latisepala,
Balanophora laxiflora,
Balanophora lowii,
Balanophora nipponica,
Balanophora papuana,
Balanophora polyandra,
Balanophora reflexa,
Balanophora subcupularis,
Balanophora tobiracola,
Balanophora wilderi,
Balanophora yakushimensis,
Balanophora coralliformis,
Chlamydophytum aphyllum,
Corynaea crassa,
Dactylanthus taylorii,
Ditepalanthus afzelii,
Ditepalanthus malagasicus,
Hachettea austrocaledonica,
Helosis cayennensis,
Helosis ruficeps,
Helosis antillensis,
Langsdorffia papuana,
Langsdorffia hypogaea,
Langsdorffia heterotepala,
Langsdorffia malagasica,
Lathrophytum peckoltii,
Lophophytum rizzoi,
Lophophytum weddellii,
Lophophytum mirabile,
Lophophytum pyramidale,
Mystropetalon thomii,
Ombrophytum peruvianum,
Ombrophytum subterraneum,
Ombrophytum violaceum,
Ombrophytum microlepis,
Ombrophytum guayanense,
Rhopalocnemis phalloides,
Sarcophyte sanguinea,
Sarcophyte piriei,
Scybalium jamaicense,
Scybalium depressum,