Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orthopetala
ID:
328924

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) N.Hallé

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 4: 457 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328256

Common Names

  • Bertiera orthopetala
  • Orthopetala Bertiera
  • Bertiera orthopetala

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Synonyms

  • Justenia orthopetala Hiern [valid]

Description

Bertiera orthopetala (also called Orthopetalous Bertiera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest and secondary forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bertiera orthopetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bertiera orthopetala has white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant fragrance. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bertiera orthopetala is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-17.8°C). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Bertiera orthopetala

Bertiera orthopetala can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Bertiera orthopetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bertiera orthopetala?

Bertiera orthopetala

What is the common name of Bertiera orthopetala?

Straight-petaled bertiera

What is the natural habitat of Bertiera orthopetala?

Tropical rainforests and moist forests

Species in the Bertiera genus

Bertiera adamsii, Bertiera aequatorialis, Bertiera aethiopica, Bertiera angusiana, Bertiera angustifolia, Bertiera annobonensis, Bertiera arctistipula, Bertiera batesii, Bertiera bicarpellata, Bertiera bistipulata, Bertiera borbonica, Bertiera bracteolata, Bertiera bracteosa, Bertiera breviflora, Bertiera chevalieri, Bertiera congolana, Bertiera elabensis, Bertiera fimbriata, Bertiera globiceps, Bertiera gonzaleoides, Bertiera guianensis, Bertiera iturensis, Bertiera lanx, Bertiera laurentii, Bertiera laxa, Bertiera laxissima, Bertiera ledermannii, Bertiera letouzeyi, Bertiera longiloba, Bertiera longithyrsa, Bertiera loraria, Bertiera lujae, Bertiera naucleoides, Bertiera orthopetala, Bertiera parviflora, Bertiera pauloi, Bertiera pedicellata, Bertiera procumbens, Bertiera racemosa, Bertiera retrofracta, Bertiera rufa, Bertiera sphaerica, Bertiera spicata, Bertiera subsessilis, Bertiera tessmannii, Bertiera thollonii, Bertiera thonneri, Bertiera troupinii, Bertiera viburnoides, Bertiera zaluzania,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-20881: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.