Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
emanuelssoniana
ID:
835730

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridsdale) Ridsdale

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 12: 298 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835065

Common Names

  • Benkara emanuelssoniana
  • Emanuelsson's Benkara
  • Benkara Emanuelssoniana

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Description

Benkara emanuelssoniana (also called Emanuelsson's Benkara, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the humid forests of the Caribbean. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Benkara emanuelssoniana is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and homes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Benkara emanuelssoniana is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Benkara emanuelssoniana is a terrestrial orchid that is best propagated by division. Carefully separate the rhizomes and replant them in a pot with a well-draining soil mix and plenty of light. The plant should start to grow in a few weeks.

Where to Find Benkara emanuelssoniana

Benkara emanuelssoniana is native to India and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References