Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
luzonica
ID:
313889

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Vidal) Esser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Blumea 44: 157 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313221

Common Names

  • Luzon Balakata
  • Luzon Balakata
  • Luzon Balakata

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Synonyms

  • Myrica luzonica S.Vidal [unknown]
  • Sapium lateriflorum Merr. [unknown]
  • Sapium luzonicum Merr. [unknown]
  • Sapium merrillianum Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Balakata luzonica (also called Philippine Balakata, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree, native to the Philippines, and can be found in lowland forests and scrublands. It has a straight trunk and a rounded crown, with leaves that are oblong to elliptic in shape and have a leathery texture.

Uses & Benefits

Balakata luzonica is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive and respiratory ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Balakata luzonica is a white or pale yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and round, with a black or dark brown color. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Balakata luzonica is a terrestrial orchid found in moist meadows and open woods. It is best propagated by division during the spring or fall. Plant divisions in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and keep the soil moist. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Cut back the foliage after flowering.

Where to Find Balakata luzonica

Balakata luzonica is found in the Philippines.

Balakata luzonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Balakata luzonica?

Balakata luzonica

What is the family of Balakata luzonica?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Balakata luzonica?

Luzonica

Species in the Balakata genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19432: Based on the initial data import
Sebastián Vidal y Soler (1842-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Vidal' in the authors string.
Hans-Joachim Esser (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esser' in the authors string.