Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 450 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562243
Common Names
- Bejaria tachirensis
- Tachira Bejaria
- Tachirensis Bejaria
Description
Bejaria tachirensis (also called Tachira Bejaria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical America. It grows up to 2 meters tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests, as well as in secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bejaria tachirensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bejaria tachirensis has white flowers with yellow anthers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bejaria tachirensis is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 21-24°C (70-75°F). Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Bejaria tachirensis
Bejaria tachirensis can be found in parts of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Bejaria tachirensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bejaria tachirensis?
Bejaria tachirensis
What is the growth habit of Bejaria tachirensis?
It is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.
What is the flowering season of Bejaria tachirensis?
It flowers from late spring to early summer.
Species in the Bejaria genus
Bejaria aestuans,
Bejaria cubensis,
Bejaria imthurnii,
Bejaria infundibula,
Bejaria ledifolia,
Bejaria mathewsii,
Bejaria nana,
Bejaria racemosa,
Bejaria resinosa,
Bejaria sprucei,
Bejaria steyermarkii,
Bejaria subsessilis,
Bejaria tachirensis,
Bejaria zamorae,
Species in the Ericaceae family