Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Y.Pan
Source:
cmp
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 26: 437 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561729
Common Names
- Beccarinda
- Minima
- Beccarinda Minima
Description
Beccarinda minima (also called Dwarf Beccarinda, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. It has a rounded crown and grows to a height of up to 5 meters. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Beccarinda minima is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and diarrhea. Additionally, it is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Beccarinda minima has yellow-green flowers with three petals. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped pod. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Beccarinda minima is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Beccarinda minima
Beccarinda minima can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.
Beccarinda minima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Beccarinda minima?
Beccarinda minima
What type of plant is Beccarinda minima?
Herbaceous perennial
Where is Beccarinda minima found?
Central and South America
Species in the Beccarinda genus
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum,
Achimenes admirabilis,
Achimenes antirrhina,
Achimenes brevifolia,
Achimenes candida,
Achimenes cettoana,
Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
Achimenes obscura,
Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
Achimenes elota,
Achimenes sanguinea,
Achimenes ixtapaensis,
Aeschynanthus citrinus,
Aeschynanthus membranifolius,
Aeschynanthus mendumiae,
Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
Aeschynanthus dischidioides,
Aeschynanthus minutifolius,
Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus,
Aeschynanthus acuminatus,
Aeschynanthus albidus,
Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
Aeschynanthus batakiorum,