Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
anceps
ID:
569419

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 1: 115 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568751

Common Names

  • Bonnetia anceps
  • Anceps Bonnetia
  • Anceps

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Synonyms

  • Kieseria anceps Kuntze [unknown]
  • Kieseria anceps (Mart. & Zucc.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bonnetia anceps (also called Bonnetia anceps, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is a small shrub with white flowers and oblong leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bonnetia anceps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bonnetia anceps is white in colour and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and black in colour, and the seedlings are slender and have a light green colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bonnetia anceps is a tropical plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a perennial herb with small, white flowers and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed or division of the rhizomes. The rhizomes can be divided in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Bonnetia anceps

Bonnetia anceps is native to tropical South America.

Bonnetia anceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bonnetia anceps?

Bonnetia anceps

What is the common name of Bonnetia anceps?

Two-Edged Bonnetia

What type of plant is Bonnetia anceps?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Bonnetiaceae family

Archytaea angustifolia, Archytaea triflora, Bonnetia ahogadoi, Bonnetia anceps, Bonnetia bahiensis, Bonnetia bolivarensis, Bonnetia celiae, Bonnetia chimantensis, Bonnetia cordifolia, Bonnetia crassa, Bonnetia cubensis, Bonnetia euryanthera, Bonnetia fasciculata, Bonnetia holostyla, Bonnetia huberiana, Bonnetia jauaensis, Bonnetia katleeniae, Bonnetia lanceifolia, Bonnetia liesneri, Bonnetia maguireorum, Bonnetia multinervia, Bonnetia neblinae, Bonnetia paniculata, Bonnetia ptariensis, Bonnetia roraimae, Bonnetia roseiflora, Bonnetia rubicunda, Bonnetia sessilis, Bonnetia steyermarkii, Bonnetia tepuiensis, Bonnetia tristyla, Bonnetia venulosa, Bonnetia wurdackii, Bonnetia kathleenae, Bonnetia stricta, Neotatea duidae, Neotatea neblinae, Neotatea longifolia, Neotatea colombiana, Ploiarium sessile, Ploiarium pulcherrimum, Ploiarium elegans,