Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
benthamiana
ID:
167497

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot.1: 252 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000166826

Common Names

  • Brongniartia benthamiana
  • Bentham's Brongniartia
  • Bentham's Bells

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Description

Brongniartia benthamiana (also called Bentham's Brongniartia, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to Central and South America. It has a spreading crown and a short trunk. It grows in lowland rainforest and secondary forest, at elevations of up to 600 m.

Uses & Benefits

Brongniartia benthamiana is used for its timber, which is used for construction, furniture, and fuel. It is also used as an ornamental plant in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brongniartia benthamiana has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brongniartia benthamiana is a tropical tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape.

Where to Find Brongniartia benthamiana

Brongniartia benthamiana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Brongniartia benthamiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brongniartia benthamiana?

Brongniartia benthamiana

What is the common name of Brongniartia benthamiana?

Bentham's Brongniartia

What is the natural habitat of Brongniartia benthamiana?

Tropical forests of Central America

Species in the Brongniartia genus

Brongniartia abbottiae, Brongniartia alamosana, Brongniartia argentea, Brongniartia caeciliae, Brongniartia canescens, Brongniartia cuneata, Brongniartia diffusa, Brongniartia funiculata, Brongniartia goldmanii, Brongniartia hirsuta, Brongniartia inconstans, Brongniartia luisana, Brongniartia lunata, Brongniartia lupinoides, Brongniartia mollicula, Brongniartia nudiflora, Brongniartia parvifolia, Brongniartia peninsularis, Brongniartia pringlei, Brongniartia rozynskii, Brongniartia seleri, Brongniartia suberea, Brongniartia tenuifolia, Brongniartia trifoliata, Brongniartia ulbrichiana, Brongniartia parryi, Brongniartia foliolosa, Brongniartia glabrata, Brongniartia magnibracteata, Brongniartia mollis, Brongniartia oligosperma, Brongniartia podalyrioides, Brongniartia robinioides, Brongniartia vicioides, Brongniartia bracteolata, Brongniartia strigillosa, Brongniartia argyrophylla, Brongniartia imitator, Brongniartia minima, Brongniartia cordata, Brongniartia mortonii, Brongniartia norrisii, Brongniartia pacifica, Brongniartia minutifolia, Brongniartia guerrerensis, Brongniartia sousae, Brongniartia revoluta, Brongniartia sericea, Brongniartia balsensis, Brongniartia intermedia,

Species in the Fabaceae family