Bixa platycarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 1: 294 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342606
Common Names
- Bixa Platycarpa
- Platycarpa Bixa
- Platycarpa Bells
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- Bixa orellana platycarpa Warb. [unknown]
Description
Bixa platycarpa (also called Broad-fruited Annatto, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats and has a creeping habit, with leaves that are divided into three leaflets. The flowers are small and yellow, with three petals.
Uses & Benefits
Bixa platycarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as cut flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bixa platycarpa has bright yellow flowers with five petals and a long, thin stem. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, round leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bixa platycarpa is a terrestrial orchid species that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation is best done in well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter months.
Where to Find Bixa platycarpa
Bixa platycarpa is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Bixa platycarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bixa platycarpa?
Bixa platycarpa
What type of plant is Bixa platycarpa?
It is a shrub
Where is Bixa platycarpa found?
It is found in Australia
Species in the Bixa genus
Species in the Bixaceae family
Bixa arborea, Bixa excelsa, Bixa orellana, Bixa platycarpa, Bixa urucurana, Cochlospermum noldei, Cochlospermum angolense, Cochlospermum fraseri, Cochlospermum gillivraei, Cochlospermum intermedium, Cochlospermum orinocense, Cochlospermum planchonii, Cochlospermum regium, Cochlospermum religiosum, Cochlospermum tetraporum, Cochlospermum tinctorium, Cochlospermum vitifolium, Cochlospermum wittei, Cochlospermum macnamarae, Cochlospermum arafuricum, Cochlospermum wrightii, Cochlospermum gonzalezii, Cochlospermum palmatifidum, Cochlospermum malvifolium, Diegodendron humbertii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22278: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.