Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
insignis
ID:
163391

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum. & Lauterb.) J.F.Maxwell

Source:
ipni

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Blumea 35(1): 155 (1990): (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162720

Common Names

  • Insignis Beccarianthus
  • Insignis Star Plant
  • Insignis Star Flower

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Synonyms

  • Bamlera insignis K.Schum. & Lauterb. [unknown]

Description

Beccarianthus insignis (also called 'Distinguished Beccarianthus', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of the Pacific and is found in coastal forests, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Beccarianthus insignis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory disorders and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Beccarianthus insignis is yellow, with a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is small and round, with a diameter of 1 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beccarianthus insignis is a tropical fern native to South America. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be propagated by spores, division, or by rhizome cuttings. It can be cultivated in a pot or in the ground in a shady area.

Where to Find Beccarianthus insignis

Beccarianthus insignis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Beccarianthus insignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beccarianthus insignis?

Beccarianthus insignis

What is the family of Beccarianthus insignis?

Melastomataceae

What is the common name of Beccarianthus insignis?

No common name

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Carl Adolf Georg Lauterbach (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lauterb.' in the authors string.
J.F. Maxwell (1945-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Maxwell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:948453-1: Based on the initial data import