Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
longipetiolata
ID:
313090

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dilst

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 64: 122 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312422

Common Names

  • Longipetiolata Baissea
  • Longipetiolata's Baissea
  • Longipetiolata Baissea

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Description

Baissea longipetiolata (also called False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows to a height of about 0.5 m. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in moist habitats such as wetlands, marshes, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Baissea longipetiolata is a popular ornamental plant that is known for its bright colors and attractive foliage. It is also used as a ground cover and is known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Baissea longipetiolata are small and white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baissea longipetiolata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Baissea longipetiolata

Baissea longipetiolata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Baissea longipetiolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baissea longipetiolata?

Baissea longipetiolata

What are the common names for Baissea longipetiolata?

Long-petioled False Buttonweed

What are the characteristics of Baissea longipetiolata?

It is an annual herb with small white flowers and long-petioled, linear leaves.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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