Balanophora subcupularis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subcupularis
ID:
559401
Status:
valid
Authors:
Tam
Source:
cmp
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Fl. Fujianica 1: 602 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558733
Common Names
- Balanophora subcupularis
- Subcupularis Balanophora
- Subcupularis Balanophoras
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Balanophora subcupularis (also called 'Subcupular Balanophora', among many other common names) is a parasitic flowering plant native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is a small, herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady habitats, such as tropical rainforests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Balanophora subcupularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Balanophora subcupularis flower is small and yellowish-green. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Balanophora subcupularis is a tropical evergreen tree that grows up to 25 m tall. It is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 15-20 cm.
Where to Find Balanophora subcupularis
Balanophora subcupularis can be found in the tropical forests of the Philippines.
Balanophora subcupularis FAQ
What are the common names of Balanophora subcupularis?
Common names of Balanophora subcupularis include subcupular balanophora and subcupular coralroot.
What is the distribution of Balanophora subcupularis?
Balanophora subcupularis is native to China, Taiwan, and Japan.
What is the habitat of Balanophora subcupularis?
Balanophora subcupularis grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.
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,