Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Species:
dissecta
ID:
509241

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. & Arn.) Weigend & Grau

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 45: 239 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508573

Common Names

  • Blumenbachia dissecta
  • Dissected Blumenbachia
  • Dissected African Violet

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Synonyms

  • Loasa dissecta Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Caiophora dissecta Urb. & Gilg [unknown]

Description

Blumenbachia dissecta (also called Dissected Blumenbachia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the Himalayas. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Blumenbachia dissecta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blumenbachia dissecta has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blumenbachia dissecta can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a potting mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer for best results.

Where to Find Blumenbachia dissecta

Blumenbachia dissecta can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and other parts of Southeast Asia.

Blumenbachia dissecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blumenbachia dissecta?

Blumenbachia dissecta

What is the family of Blumenbachia dissecta?

Asteraceae

Where is Blumenbachia dissecta found?

Brazil

Species in the Loasaceae family

Aosa gilgiana, Aosa parviflora, Aosa plumieri, Aosa rupestris, Aosa sigmoidea, Aosa rostrata, Aosa uleana, Aosa grandis, Blumenbachia dissecta, Blumenbachia catharinensis, Blumenbachia eichleri, Blumenbachia espigneera, Blumenbachia exalata, Blumenbachia hieronymi, Blumenbachia insignis, Blumenbachia latifolia, Blumenbachia prietea, Blumenbachia sylvestris, Blumenbachia hierorymi, Blumenbachia amana, Caiophora deserticola, Caiophora aconquijae, Caiophora andina, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora boliviana, Caiophora buraeavi, Caiophora canarinoides, Caiophora carduifolia, Caiophora cernua, Caiophora chuquisacana, Caiophora chuquitensis, Caiophora cirsiifolia, Caiophora clavata, Caiophora contorta, Caiophora coronata, Caiophora dumetorum, Caiophora espigneira, Caiophora grandiflora, Caiophora hibiscifolia, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora macrantha, Caiophora madrequisa, Caiophora mollis, Caiophora nivalis, Caiophora patagonica, Caiophora pedicularifolia, Caiophora peduncularis, Caiophora pterosperma, Caiophora pulchella, Caiophora rosulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2606452: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Jürke Grau (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grau' in the authors string.
Maximilian Weigend (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weigend' in the authors string.