Status:
valid
Authors:
(Acuña) Nir
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Orchid. Antill. : 35 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318428
Common Names
- Wright's Satinash
- Wright's Satin Ash
- Wright's Satin-Ash
Synonyms
- Bletia tenera Griseb. [illegitimate]
- Bletia wrightii Acuña [unknown]
- Basiphyllaea wrightii (Acuña) Sosa & M.A.Díaz [unknown]
Description
Basiphyllaea wrightii (also called Wright's lillypilly, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to Australia. It is typically found in lowland forests, and has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. The fruits are edible and have a sweet-sour taste.
Uses & Benefits
Basiphyllaea wrightii is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. The wood is used for making furniture, and the leaves are used for flavoring food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Basiphyllaea wrightii is yellow and has five petals. The seed is an oblong, black drupe with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small shrub with a single stem and small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Basiphyllaea wrightii 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 well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Basiphyllaea wrightii
Basiphyllaea wrightii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Basiphyllaea wrightii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Basiphyllaea wrightii?
Basiphyllaea wrightii
What is the common name of Basiphyllaea wrightii?
Wright's basiphyllaea
Where is Basiphyllaea wrightii found?
Basiphyllaea wrightii is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Species in the Basiphyllaea genus
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,