Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
berteroana
ID:
686187

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray ex Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 1: 98 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685520

Common Names

  • Berteroana Fagraea
  • Fragrant Fagraea
  • Fragrant Pear

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Synonyms

  • Carissa grandis Bert. ex A.DC. [unknown]

Description

Fagraea berteroana (also called Bertero's fragraea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the tea family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests and woodlands. It is an evergreen shrub with long, narrow leaves and white, fragrant flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Fagraea berteroana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant fragrance and is often used as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Fagraea berteroana are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fagraea berteroana is a perennial herbaceous plant. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Fagraea berteroana

Fagraea berteroana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Fagraea berteroana FAQ

What are the common names for Fagraea berteroana?

Bertero's Fagraea

What is the scientific name for Bertero's Fagraea?

Fagraea berteroana

What type of plant is Fagraea berteroana?

It is a shrub or small tree

Species in the Fagraea genus

Fagraea acutibracteata, Fagraea annulata, Fagraea auriculata, Fagraea berteroana, Fagraea blumei, Fagraea bodenii, Fagraea borneensis, Fagraea carnosa, Fagraea carstensensis, Fagraea ceilanica, Fagraea coromandelina, Fagraea crassifolia, Fagraea curtisii, Fagraea dulitensis, Fagraea epiphytica, Fagraea euneura, Fagraea eymae, Fagraea fastigiata, Fagraea floribunda, Fagraea gardeniiflora, Fagraea gardenioides, Fagraea gitingensis, Fagraea graciliflora, Fagraea gracilipes, Fagraea havilandii, Fagraea iliasii, Fagraea imperialis, Fagraea involucrata, Fagraea kalimantanensis, Fagraea kinabaluensis, Fagraea kuminii, Fagraea litoralis, Fagraea longiflora, Fagraea longipetiolata, Fagraea macroscypha, Fagraea megalantha, Fagraea oblonga, Fagraea oreophila, Fagraea plumeriiflora, Fagraea pyriformis, Fagraea rarissima, Fagraea renae, Fagraea resinosa, Fagraea ridleyi, Fagraea salticola, Fagraea splendens, Fagraea stonei, Fagraea tacapala, Fagraea ternatana, Fagraea truncata,

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:546101-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.