Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
multinervia
ID:
569449

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maguire) Steyerm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 71: 330 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568781

Common Names

  • Bonnetia multinervia
  • Multinervia Bonnetia
  • Multinervia

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Synonyms

  • Neogleasonia multinervia Maguire [unknown]

Description

Bonnetia multinervia (also called 'Many-nerved Begonia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has long, slender stems and ovate leaves with multiple veins. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bonnetia multinervia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bonnetia multinervia is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, with pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bonnetia multinervia is a terrestrial orchid native to Venezuela. It can be propagated by division, and cultivated in a well-draining potting mix. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It should be kept slightly dry during the winter months.

Where to Find Bonnetia multinervia

Bonnetia multinervia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas.

Bonnetia multinervia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bonnetia multinervia?

Bonnetia multinervia

What is the family of Bonnetia multinervia?

Asteraceae

Where is Bonnetia multinervia native to?

South America

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2679510: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.