Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
catherineae
ID:
445053

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.C.Boyce, Bogner & Mayo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 12: 152 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444385

Common Names

  • Bucephalandra catherineae
  • Bucephalandra catherineae
  • Bucephalandra catherineae

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Description

Bucephalandra catherineae (also called Buce, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic aquatic plant native to Southeast Asia. It has thick, leathery leaves and grows in shallow, slow-moving streams and rivers. It is typically found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Uses & Benefits

Bucephalandra catherineae is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its attractive, yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bucephalandra catherineae has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters on slender stems. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bucephalandra catherineae is a low-growing, spreading perennial that grows up to 12 inches tall. It is native to Malaysia and is found in wet, shady areas. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division, which should be done in spring. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings.

Where to Find Bucephalandra catherineae

Bucephalandra catherineae is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia and can be found growing in moist, shady areas.

Bucephalandra catherineae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bucephalandra catherineae?

Bucephalandra catherineae

What is the common name of Bucephalandra catherineae?

Catherine's Bucephalandra

What is the natural habitat of Bucephalandra catherineae?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Bucephalandra genus

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Josef Bogner (1939-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogner' in the authors string.
Peter Charles Boyce (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Boyce' in the authors string.
Simon Joseph Mayo (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mayo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:983700-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.