Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
alyxifolia
ID:
563255

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tiegh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 42: 85 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562587

Common Names

  • Benthamina alyxifolia
  • Alyxifolia Benthamina
  • Benthamina

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Synonyms

  • Loranthus alyxifolius F.Muell. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Loranthus maytenifolius A.Gray [unknown]
  • Amyema alyxifolia Danser [unknown]
  • Amyema maytenifolia Tiegh. [unknown]

Description

Benthamina alyxifolia (also called Benthamina Alyxifolia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the western United States. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in dry, open woodlands and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Benthamina alyxifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Benthamina alyxifolia is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Benthamina alyxifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune back after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Benthamina alyxifolia

Benthamina alyxifolia can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Benthamina alyxifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Benthamina alyxifolia?

Benthamina alyxifolia

What are the common names of Benthamina alyxifolia?

Alyxifolia Benthamina

What is the natural habitat of Benthamina alyxifolia?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Benthamina genus

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,