Status:
valid
Authors:
(Exell) R.Wilczek
Source:
cmp
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 26: 400 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562693
Common Names
- Bequaertia mucronata
- Mucronata Bequaertia
- Bequaertia
Description
Bequaertia mucronata (also called Bequaertia Mucronata, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the western United States. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in dry, open woodlands and chaparral habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bequaertia mucronata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bequaertia mucronata has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bequaertia mucronata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune back after flowering to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Bequaertia mucronata
Bequaertia mucronata is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in humid forests and on trees.
Bequaertia mucronata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bequaertia mucronata?
Bequaertia mucronata
What is the common name of Bequaertia mucronata?
No common name
What is the family of Bequaertia mucronata?
Rubiaceae
Species in the Bequaertia genus
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus,
Allocassine laurifolia,
Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,