Balbisia miniata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
miniata
ID:
559437
Status:
valid
Authors:
(I.M.Johnst.) Descole, O'Donell & Lourteig
Source:
cmp
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Lilloa 4: 204 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558769
Common Names
- Balbisia miniata
- Miniata Balbisia
- Balbisia Miniata
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- Wendtia miniata I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
Description
Balbisia miniata (also called 'Gilded Balbisia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is a small, herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady habitats, such as tropical rainforests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Balbisia miniata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Balbisia miniata var. anomala Ariza & NovaraFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Balbisia miniata flower is small and yellowish-green. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Balbisia miniata is a terrestrial, evergreen, perennial plant that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the plant can be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Balbisia miniata
Balbisia miniata is native to South America, particularly in Peru.
Balbisia miniata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Balbisia miniata?
Balbisia miniata
What is the common name of Balbisia miniata?
Miniature Balbisia
Where is Balbisia miniata found?
India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Species in the Balbisia genus
Species in the Francoaceae family
Balbisia calycina, Balbisia aphanifolia, Balbisia gracilis, Balbisia integrifolia, Balbisia meyeniana, Balbisia microphylla, Balbisia miniata, Balbisia peduncularis, Balbisia stitchkinii, Balbisia verticillata, Balbisia calycina, Bersama abyssinica, Bersama lucens, Bersama palustris, Bersama swinnyi, Bersama swynnertonii, Bersama tysoniana, Bersama yangambiensis, Francoa appendiculata, Greyia flanaganii, Greyia radlkoferi, Greyia sutherlandii, Melianthus comosus, Melianthus dregeanus, Melianthus major, Melianthus pectinatus, Melianthus villosus, Melianthus elongatus, Rhynchotheca spinosa, Viviania linostigma, Viviania ovata, Viviania tenuicaulis, Viviania elegans, Viviania marifolia,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2668158: Based on the initial data import
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.
Alicia Lourteig (1913-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lourteig' in the authors string.
Carlos Alberto O’Donell (1912-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O'Donell' in the authors string.
Horacio Descole (1910-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Descole' in the authors string.