Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
havanensis
ID:
570638

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miers

Source:
cmp

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist. , ser. 4, 3: 207 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569970

Common Names

  • Bourreria havanensis
  • Havana Bourreria
  • Havana Star-Vine

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Synonyms

  • Bourreria montana glabrifolia Griseb. [unknown]
  • Bourreria cassinifolia Griseb. [unknown]
  • Bourreria montana C.Wright [unknown]
  • Bourreria tomentosa havanensis (Roem. & Schult.) Griseb. [unknown]
  • Bourreria urbanii O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Ehretia cassinifolia A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Ehretia havanensis Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Ehretia tomentosa havanensis M.Gómez [unknown]
  • Morelosia cassinifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Morelosia havanensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ehretia cassinefolia A.Rich. [deprecated]

Description

Bourreria havanensis (also called Havana Bourreria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and typically grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bourreria havanensis has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, respiratory problems, and digestive issues. It is also used in perfumes, incense, and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bourreria havanensis is small, white, and star-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedling is thin and has a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bourreria havanensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through stem cuttings or layering. It can be propagated in spring or summer.

Where to Find Bourreria havanensis

Bourreria havanensis can be found in Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica.

Bourreria havanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bourreria havanensis?

Bourreria havanensis

What is the common name of Bourreria havanensis?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Bourreria havanensis?

Dry forests and scrublands

Species in the Bourreria genus

Bourreria bolivarensis, Bourreria andrieuxii, Bourreria calophylla, Bourreria costaricensis, Bourreria exsucca, Bourreria grandicalyx, Bourreria grayumii, Bourreria havanensis, Bourreria hintonii, Bourreria huanita, Bourreria laxa, Bourreria linearis, Bourreria longiflora, Bourreria lyciacea, Bourreria microphylla, Bourreria moaensis, Bourreria mollis, Bourreria nemoralis, Bourreria orbicularis, Bourreria petiolaris, Bourreria polyneura, Bourreria pulchra, Bourreria quirosii, Bourreria rekoi, Bourreria rinconensis, Bourreria rowellii, Bourreria rubra, Bourreria sonorae, Bourreria spathulata, Bourreria succulenta, Bourreria superba, Bourreria teitensis, Bourreria tomentosa, Bourreria virgata, Bourreria motaguensis, Bourreria aquilana, Bourreria scabra, Bourreria apetala, Bourreria angustifolia, Bourreria bosseri, Bourreria capuronii, Bourreria croatii, Bourreria darcyana, Bourreria labatii, Bourreria leslieae, Bourreria lowryana, Bourreria moratiana, Bourreria randrianasoloana, Bourreria schatziana, Bourreria comorensis,

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2680839: Based on the initial data import
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.