Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
excelsa
ID:
746840

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Grant

Source:
cmp

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 96: 551 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746173

Common Names

  • Excelsa Bonyunia
  • Excelsa False Sarsaparilla
  • Excelsa Wild Licorice

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Description

Bonyunia excelsa (also called Tall Bonyunia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to India. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist, tropical areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Bonyunia excelsa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bonyunia excelsa has white flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bonyunia excelsa is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought.

Where to Find Bonyunia excelsa

Bonyunia excelsa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Bonyunia excelsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bonyunia excelsa?

Bonyunia excelsa

What is the common name of Bonyunia excelsa?

Excelsa

What is the natural habitat of Bonyunia excelsa?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

Species in the Loganiaceae family

Antonia ovata, Bonyunia antoniifolia, Bonyunia aquatica, Bonyunia minor, Bonyunia superba, Bonyunia venusta, Bonyunia spectabilis, Bonyunia excelsa, Bonyunia magnifica, Bonyunia nobilis, Bonyunia pulchra, Gardneria angustifolia, Gardneria lanceolata, Gardneria multiflora, Gardneria nutans, Gardneria ovata, Geniostoma angustifolium, Geniostoma antherotrichum, Geniostoma balansanum, Geniostoma biseriale, Geniostoma borbonicum, Geniostoma calcicola, Geniostoma celastrineum, Geniostoma clavatum, Geniostoma cyrtandrae, Geniostoma densiflora, Geniostoma erythrosperma, Geniostoma fagraeoides, Geniostoma gagnae, Geniostoma glaucescens, Geniostoma grandifolium, Geniostoma huttonii, Geniostoma leenhoutsii, Geniostoma macrophyllum, Geniostoma mooreanum, Geniostoma novae-caledoniae, Geniostoma pedunculatum, Geniostoma petiolosum, Geniostoma randianum, Geniostoma rapense, Geniostoma rarotongensis, Geniostoma remyana, Geniostoma rupestre, Geniostoma stipulare, Geniostoma sykesii, Geniostoma trichostylum, Geniostoma umbellatum, Geniostoma vestitum, Geniostoma weinlandii, Geniostoma imbricatum,

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