Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(1): 45 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000567098
Common Names
- Bocagea longipedunculata
- Long-peduncled Bocagea
- Long-peduncled False Foxglove
Description
Bocagea longipedunculata (also called Long-peduncled Bocagea, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a short stem. It is native to Brazil and is found in the Atlantic Forest and Cerrado habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bocagea longipedunculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bocagea longipedunculata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Bocagea longipedunculata: This species is best propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and should be protected from strong winds. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Bocagea longipedunculata
Bocagea longipedunculata is found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Bocagea longipedunculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bocagea longipedunculata?
Bocagea longipedunculata
What is the family of Bocagea longipedunculata?
Asteraceae
Where is Bocagea longipedunculata found?
It is found in Brazil.
Species in the Bocagea genus
Species in the Annonaceae family
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Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,