Bucephalandra vespula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vespula
ID:
1327932
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Y.Wong & P.C.Boyce
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 44: 190 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340386
Common Names
- Vespula
- Bucephalandra Vespula
- Bucephalandra Vespula
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bucephalandra vespula (also called Vespula Bucephalandra, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Borneo. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and produces clusters of small, white, fragrant flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is found in tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bucephalandra vespula is an ornamental plant that is used in aquariums and terrariums. It has a unique leaf shape and coloration that makes it a popular choice for aquascaping. It can also be used as a natural air purifier, as it absorbs toxins from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bucephalandra vespula has yellow-green flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.
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Bucephalandra vespula is an epiphytic aroid native to Indonesia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be planted in the spring and will bloom in the summer.
Where to Find Bucephalandra vespula
Bucephalandra vespula can be found in the tropical forests of Borneo.
Bucephalandra vespula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bucephalandra vespula?
Bucephalandra vespula
What are the common names of Bucephalandra vespula?
Vespula Bucephalandra
What is the natural habitat of Bucephalandra vespula?
Bucephalandra vespula is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia
Species in the Bucephalandra genus
Bucephalandra catherineae, Bucephalandra gigantea, Bucephalandra magnifolia, Bucephalandra motleyana, Bucephalandra pygmaea, Bucephalandra akantha, Bucephalandra aurantiitheca, Bucephalandra belindae, Bucephalandra bogneri, Bucephalandra chimaera, Bucephalandra chrysokoupa, Bucephalandra diabolica, Bucephalandra elliptica, Bucephalandra forcipula, Bucephalandra goliath, Bucephalandra kerangas, Bucephalandra kishii, Bucephalandra minotaur, Bucephalandra muluensis, Bucephalandra oblanceolata, Bucephalandra oncophora, Bucephalandra pubes, Bucephalandra sordidula, Bucephalandra tetana, Bucephalandra ultramafica, Bucephalandra vespula, Bucephalandra yengiae, Bucephalandra micrantha, Bucephalandra spathulifolia, Bucephalandra filiformis, Bucephalandra adei, Bucephalandra danumensis,
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
Peter Charles Boyce (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Boyce' in the authors string.
Sin Yeng Wong (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Wong' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77141867-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.