Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latiloba
ID:
577907

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 503 1885

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000577239

Common Names

  • Byttneria Latiloba
  • Broad-Leaved Byttneria
  • Latiloba Byttneria

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Description

Byttneria latiloba (also called Broad-leaved Byttneria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the acerola family, Malpighiaceae. It is native to Central America and South America, where it is found in a variety of habitats, including dry and moist forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Byttneria latiloba is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food and forage for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Byttneria latiloba has small, white flowers that are tubular in shape. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Byttneria latiloba is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. When propagating by cuttings, it is best to take semi-hardwood cuttings in the summer and root them in a moist soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Byttneria latiloba

Byttneria latiloba is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Byttneria latiloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Byttneria latiloba?

Byttneria latiloba

What is the common name of Byttneria latiloba?

Broad-leaved Byttneria

What is the natural habitat of Byttneria latiloba?

Dry forests in Central America

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2688588: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.