Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
hookeri
ID:
1322744

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) V.Mayer & Ehrend.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Taxon 62: 124 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335198

Common Names

  • Hooker's Bassecoia
  • Hooker's Spring Bassecoia
  • Hooker's Mountain Bassecoia

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Description

Bassecoia hookeri (also called Hooker's Bassecoia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows in humid forests, and has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bassecoia hookeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source in some parts of Asia.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bassecoia hookeri has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bassecoia hookeri is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Bassecoia hookeri

Bassecoia hookeri can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Bassecoia hookeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bassecoia hookeri?

Bassecoia hookeri

What is the common name of Bassecoia hookeri?

Hooker's Bassecoia

What is the natural habitat of Bassecoia hookeri?

It is native to South Africa.

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Friedrich Ehrendorfer (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehrend.' in the authors string.
Veronika Mayer (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.Mayer' in the authors string.