Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
americanum
ID:
562356

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) Eichler ex Solms

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(1): 282 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561688

Common Names

  • Bdallophytum americanum
  • American Bdallophytum
  • American Thread-stemmed Bulbophyllum

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Synonyms

  • Scytanthus bambusarum Liebm. [unknown]
  • Scytanthus americanus (R.Br.) Solms [unknown]
  • Bdallophytum bambusarum (Liebm.) Harms [unknown]
  • Bdallophytum ceratantherum Eichler [unknown]
  • Cytinus americanus R.Br. [unknown]
  • Hypocistis americana (R.Br.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bdallophytum americanum (also called American Bdallophytum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is a shrub that can grow up to 2 meters tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bdallophytum americanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bdallophytum americanum is a yellowish-green, five-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bdallophytum americanum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained soil and requires regular watering. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Bdallophytum americanum

Bdallophytum americanum is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Bdallophytum americanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bdallophytum americanum?

Bdallophytum americanum

What is the common name of Bdallophytum americanum?

American Bdallophytum

What is the natural habitat of Bdallophytum americanum?

Tropical forests in Central and South America

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2672244: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
August W. Eichler (1839-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eichler' in the authors string.
Hermann zu Solms-Laubach (1842-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Solms' in the authors string.