Benzingia reichenbachiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reichenbachiana
ID:
792368
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) Dressler
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 9: 527 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791701
Common Names
- Reichenbachiana Benzingia
- Reichenbachiana Star-Vine
- Reichenbachiana Star Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Benzingia reichenbachiana (also called Reichenbach's Benzingia, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to Mexico. It has yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. It has oval-shaped leaves and grows in open woodlands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Benzingia reichenbachiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used to make hedges and windbreaks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Benzingia reichenbachiana is a white to pinkish-purple, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, heart-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Benzingia reichenbachiana can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune it regularly to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Benzingia reichenbachiana
Benzingia reichenbachiana is native to the cloud forests of Ecuador.
Benzingia reichenbachiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Benzingia reichenbachiana?
Benzingia reichenbachiana
What is the common name of Benzingia reichenbachiana?
Reichenbachiana
What is the natural habitat of Benzingia reichenbachiana?
Tropical forests and woodlands
Species in the Benzingia 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-330265: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.