Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
bolivarensis
ID:
569421

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 74: 647. 1987

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568753

Common Names

  • Bonnetia bolivarensis
  • Bolivarensis Bonnetia
  • Bolivarensis

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Description

Bonnetia bolivarensis (also called Bonnetia bolivarensis, 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 bolivarensis 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 bolivarensis 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 bolivarensis is a tropical plant native to Venezuela. 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 bolivarensis

Bonnetia bolivarensis is native to tropical South America.

Bonnetia bolivarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bonnetia bolivarensis?

Bonnetia bolivarensis

What is the common name of Bonnetia bolivarensis?

Bolivar Bonnetia

What type of plant is Bonnetia bolivarensis?

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,

References