Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
virescens
ID:
826889

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Hemsl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 263 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000826223

Common Names

  • Burmeistera Virescens
  • Climbing Trumpet Vine
  • Tropical Trumpet Vine

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Description

Burmeistera virescens (also called Virescens, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Campanulaceae. It is an herb with white or pink flowers and is native to Colombia. It is found in montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Burmeistera virescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Burmeistera virescens has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Burmeistera virescens can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining potting mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-75°F.

Where to Find Burmeistera virescens

Burmeistera virescens is native to the tropical forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Burmeistera virescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Burmeistera virescens?

Burmeistera virescens

What is the natural habitat of Burmeistera virescens?

Tropical forests in Colombia

What is the average height of Burmeistera virescens?

Up to 2 meters

Species in the Burmeistera genus

Burmeistera acuminata, Burmeistera aeribacca, Burmeistera almedae, Burmeistera anderssonii, Burmeistera arbusculifera, Burmeistera asclepiadea, Burmeistera aspera, Burmeistera asplundii, Burmeistera auriculata, Burmeistera borjensis, Burmeistera brachyandra, Burmeistera breviflora, Burmeistera brighamioides, Burmeistera caldasensis, Burmeistera carnosa, Burmeistera ceratocarpa, Burmeistera chiriquiensis, Burmeistera chirripoensis, Burmeistera coleoides, Burmeistera connivens, Burmeistera corei, Burmeistera crassifolia, Burmeistera crebra, Burmeistera crispiloba, Burmeistera curviandra, Burmeistera cyclostigmata, Burmeistera cylindrocarpa, Burmeistera darienensis, Burmeistera dendrophila, Burmeistera dichlora, Burmeistera domingensis, Burmeistera dukei, Burmeistera estrellana, Burmeistera fimbriata, Burmeistera formosa, Burmeistera fruticosa, Burmeistera fuscoapicata, Burmeistera glabrata, Burmeistera glauca, Burmeistera globosa, Burmeistera hammelii, Burmeistera hippobromoides, Burmeistera holm-nielsenii, Burmeistera huacamayensis, Burmeistera ibaguensis, Burmeistera ignimontis, Burmeistera intii, Burmeistera kalbreyeri, Burmeistera killipii, Burmeistera kirkbridei,

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-363688: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.