Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
buxifolia
ID:
641641

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fielding & Gardner) A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 63: 310 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000640973

Common Names

  • Demosthenesia buxifolia
  • Box-Leaved Demosthenesia
  • Box-Leaved Larkspur

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Synonyms

  • Ceratostema buxifolium Gardner & Fielding [valid]
  • Themistoclesia buxifolia (Fielding & Gardner) Klotzsch [valid]
  • Pellegrinia buxifolia (Fielding & Gardner) Sleumer [valid]
  • Thibaudia microphylla Lindl. [valid]

Description

Demosthenesia buxifolia (also called 'Box-leaved Demosthenesia', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America, typically found in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Demosthenesia buxifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used to make perfumes and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Demosthenesia buxifolia has deep blue flowers with white centers and long, thin seed pods. The seedlings are small and delicate, with bright green foliage.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Demosthenesia buxifolia is a perennial shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Demosthenesia buxifolia

Demosthenesia buxifolia can be found in Ecuador.

Demosthenesia buxifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Demosthenesia buxifolia?

Demosthenesia buxifolia

What is the common name of Demosthenesia buxifolia?

Box-leaved Demosthenesia

What is the natural habitat of Demosthenesia buxifolia?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
Henry Borron Fielding (1805-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fielding' in the authors string.