Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wrightii
ID:
319096

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

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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.

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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 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19939: Based on the initial data import
Julián Baldomero Acuña Galé (1900-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acuña' in the authors string.
Mark Anthony Nir (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nir' in the authors string.