Bejaria aestuans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mutis
Source:
cmp
Year:
1771
Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. 2: 242 (1771)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562170
Common Names
- Aestuans Bejaria
- Aestuans Tree
- Aestuans Wood
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- Acunna lanceolata Ruiz & Pav. [valid]
- Acunna lanceolata Cav. ex DC. [valid]
- Acunna oblonga Ruiz & Pav. [valid]
- Bejaria antioquiae B.Fedtsch. & Basil. [valid]
- Bejaria boliviensis B.Fedtsch. & Basil. [valid]
- Bejaria coarctata Bonpl. [valid]
- Bejaria coarctata Hook. [valid]
- Bejaria decora Drake [valid]
- Bejaria densa Planch. ex Hérincq [valid]
- Bejaria denticulata J.Rémy [valid]
- Bejaria discolor Benth. [valid]
- Bejaria floribunda M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
- Bejaria glauca Bonpl. [valid]
- Bejaria glauca coarctata (Bonpl.) Mansf. & Sleumer [valid]
- Bejaria glauca glandulosa Mansf. & Sleumer [valid]
- Bejaria glauca setosa Mansf. & Sleumer [valid]
- Bejaria glauca tomentella Mansf. & Sleumer [valid]
- Bejaria guatemalensis Camp [valid]
- Bejaria hintonii Camp [valid]
- Bejaria hispida Poepp. & Endl. [valid]
- Bejaria laevis Benth. [valid]
- Bejaria lindeniana Hérincq [valid]
- Bejaria mexicana Benth. [valid]
- Bejaria oblonga (Ruiz & Pav.) Pers. [valid]
- Bejaria parviflora Benth. [valid]
- Bejaria parvifolia Rusby [illegitimate]
- Bejaria pedunculata M.Martens & Galeotti ex Mansf. & Sleumer [valid]
- Bejaria subserrata B.Fedtsch. & Basil. [valid]
- Jurgensenia mexicana Turcz. [valid]
- Bejaria glauca glauca [valid]
Description
Bejaria aestuans (also called Sea Ox-eye Daisy, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter tall and has alternate, simple leaves. It is native to the Americas and is found in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Bejaria aestuans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bejaria aestuans has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Bejaria aestuans can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, bright position. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept moist and in a warm, bright position.
Where to Find Bejaria aestuans
Bejaria aestuans is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
Bejaria aestuans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bejaria aestuans?
Bejaria aestuans
What are the common names of Bejaria aestuans?
Tidal Bejaria, Tidal walnut
Where is Bejaria aestuans native to?
Florida, Georgia, South Carolina
Species in the Bejaria genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Pehr Löfling (1729-1756): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loefl.' in the authors string.