Lepisanthes bengalan - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bengalan
ID:
446917
Status:
valid
Authors:
Leenh.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Blumea 17: 75 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000446249
Common Names
- Bengal Fig
- Bengal Fig Tree
- Bengal Fig Shrub
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepisanthes bengalan (also called 'Bengalan Vine', 'Bengalan Tree', 'Bengalan Palm' among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of 10-15 feet and has long, narrow leaves. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small and yellow. It is found in tropical forests and along rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Lepisanthes bengalan is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepisanthes bengalan is white in color and has a bell-shaped form. It has five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lepisanthes bengalan is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Lepisanthes bengalan
Lepisanthes bengalan is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar.
Lepisanthes bengalan FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepisanthes bengalan?
Lepisanthes bengalan
What is the common name of Lepisanthes bengalan?
Bengal lepisanthes
What is the native range of Lepisanthes bengalan?
India
Species in the Lepisanthes genus
Lepisanthes falcata, Lepisanthes erecta, Lepisanthes divaricata, Lepisanthes dictyophylla, Lepisanthes membranifolia, Lepisanthes burmanica, Lepisanthes ferruginea, Lepisanthes kinabaluensis, Lepisanthes amoena, Lepisanthes mixta, Lepisanthes banaensis, Lepisanthes aphanococca, Lepisanthes amplifolia, Lepisanthes bengalan, Lepisanthes alata, Lepisanthes andamanica, Lepisanthes ramiflora, Lepisanthes simplicifolia, Lepisanthes senegalensis, Lepisanthes tetraphylla, Lepisanthes multijuga, Lepisanthes unilocularis, Lepisanthes sambiranensis, Lepisanthes perrieri, Lepisanthes chrysotricha, Lepisanthes fruticosa, Lepisanthes browniana, Lepisanthes hainanensis, Lepisanthes basicardia, Lepisanthes rubiginosa, Lepisanthes cauliflora, Lepisanthes oligophylla,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Pieter Willem Leenhouts (1926-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leenh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:783479-1: Based on the initial data import