Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vanderbiltii
ID:
922001

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 3: 320 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000921336

Common Names

  • Banara vanderbiltii
  • Vanderbilt's Banara
  • Vanderbilt's Banara Tree

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Description

Banara vanderbiltii (also called Vanderbilt's banana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the banana family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is a small tree, growing up to 3 m tall, with large leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Banara vanderbiltii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used to make furniture and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Banara vanderbiltii has white flowers that are star-shaped and grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and succulent.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Banara vanderbiltii is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Colombia. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly, but not too often.

Where to Find Banara vanderbiltii

Banara vanderbiltii is native to the Caribbean, including Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola.

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

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