Delarbrea balansae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balansae
ID:
794521
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baill.) Lowry & G.M.Plunkett
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 26: 254 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000793854
Common Names
- Delarbrea balansae
- Balansa's Delarbrea
- Balansa's Ironwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Delarbrea balansae (also called Balansa's Delarbrea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Brazil. It has small, white flowers and small, round, yellow-green fruits. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Delarbrea balansae is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Delarbrea balansae has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Delarbrea balansae is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m in height. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in the late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium.
Where to Find Delarbrea balansae
Delarbrea balansae is native to tropical regions of the Americas, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Delarbrea balansae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Delarbrea balansae?
Delarbrea balansae
What is the family of Delarbrea balansae?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Delarbrea balansae?
Balansa's delarbrea
Species in the Delarbrea genus
Species in the Myodocarpaceae family
Delarbrea balansae, Delarbrea collina, Delarbrea harmsii, Delarbrea longicarpa, Delarbrea michieana, Delarbrea montana, Delarbrea paradoxa, Myodocarpus crassifolius, Myodocarpus fraxinifolius, Myodocarpus gracilis, Myodocarpus involucratus, Myodocarpus lanceolatus, Myodocarpus pinnatus, Myodocarpus simplicifolius, Myodocarpus vieillardii,
References
Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Gregory M. Plunkett (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.M.Plunkett' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60437576-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.