Boopis juergensii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
juergensii
ID:
569555
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pilg.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 11: 101. 1931
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568887
Common Names
- Boopis Juergensii
- Juergensii Boopis
- Boopis Juergensii Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Boopis juergensii (also called 'Juergens' Boopis', 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 entire margins. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Boopis juergensii 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 Boopis juergensii is white with yellowish-green veins, and it has a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Boopis juergensii is a terrestrial orchid that grows in moist, shady areas. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be planted in a pot with a mix of orchid bark and perlite. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced orchid fertilizer. Propagation is done through division of the plant or by seed.
Where to Find Boopis juergensii
Boopis juergensii is native to Colombia and Ecuador and can be found in moist tropical forests.
Boopis juergensii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Boopis juergensii?
Boopis juergensii
What is the common name of Boopis juergensii?
Juergensii Boopis
Where is Boopis juergensii found?
Boopis juergensii is found in South America, specifically in Argentina and Chile.
Species in the Boopis genus
Boopis andicola, Boopis anthemoides, Boopis australis, Boopis breviscapa, Boopis bupleuroides, Boopis castillonii, Boopis chubutensis, Boopis filifolia, Boopis gracilis, Boopis graminea, Boopis itatiaiae, Boopis juergensii, Boopis multicaulis, Boopis patagonica, Boopis pusilla, Boopis raffaellii, Boopis pterocalyx, Boopis necronensis,
Species in the Calyceraceae family
Acicarpha bonariensis, Acicarpha obtusisepala, Acicarpha procumbens, Acicarpha runcinata, Acicarpha tribuloides, Boopis andicola, Boopis anthemoides, Boopis australis, Boopis breviscapa, Boopis bupleuroides, Boopis castillonii, Boopis chubutensis, Boopis filifolia, Boopis gracilis, Boopis graminea, Boopis itatiaiae, Boopis juergensii, Boopis multicaulis, Boopis patagonica, Boopis pusilla, Boopis raffaellii, Boopis pterocalyx, Boopis necronensis, Calycera balsamitifolia, Calycera boopidea, Calycera calcitrapa, Calycera crassifolia, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera herbacea, Calycera horrida, Calycera lanata, Calycera leucanthema, Calycera pulvinata, Calycera sessiliflora, Calycera sympaganthera, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera leucanthema, Gamocarpha alpina, Gamocarpha angustifolia, Gamocarpha dentata, Gamocarpha gilliesii, Gamocarpha ligulata, Gamocarpha polycephala, Gamocarpha selliana, Moschopsis caleopuensis, Moschopsis leyboldi, Moschopsis monocephala, Moschopsis rosulata, Moschopsis subandina, Moschopsis trilobata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2679615: Based on the initial data import
Robert Knud Friedrich Pilger (1876-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pilg.' in the authors string.