Status:
valid
Authors:
(Michx.) Muhl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1813
Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Amer. Sept. : 16 (1813)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560764
Common Names
- Bartonia paniculata
- Panicled Bartonia
- Panicled Spider Orchid
Synonyms
- Bartonia paniculata (Michx.) B.L.Rob. [unknown]
Description
Bartonia paniculata (also called Bartonia paniculata, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to North America and is found in moist meadows and open woods. It has small, white flowers with four petals and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Bartonia paniculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Bartonia paniculata sub. iodandra (Rob.) Gillett
Bartonia paniculata sub. texana (Correll) K.G.Mathews, Dunne, E.York & Struwe
Bartonia paniculata sub. paniculata
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bartonia paniculata is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bartonia paniculata is a perennial herb that can be propagated from either seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in moist soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and placed in moist soil. Once established, the plant should be given plenty of sunlight and water.
Where to Find Bartonia paniculata
Bartonia paniculata is native to the United States.
Bartonia paniculata FAQ
What are the common names of Bartonia paniculata?
Common names of Bartonia paniculata include Panicled Bartonia and Panicled Waterwort.
What is the scientific classification of Bartonia paniculata?
Bartonia paniculata is a species of flowering plant in the family Plantaginaceae.
What are the habitat requirements of Bartonia paniculata?
Bartonia paniculata is found in wet meadows, marshes, and wet woods.
Species in the Bartonia genus
Species in the Gentianaceae family
Adenolisianthus arboreus,
Anthocleista amplexicaulis,
Anthocleista djalonensis,
Anthocleista grandiflora,
Anthocleista inermis,
Anthocleista laxiflora,
Anthocleista liebrechtsiana,
Anthocleista longifolia,
Anthocleista madagascariensis,
Anthocleista microphylla,
Anthocleista nobilis,
Anthocleista obanensis,
Anthocleista procera,
Anthocleista scandens,
Anthocleista schweinfurthii,
Anthocleista vogelii,
Anthocleista potalioides,
Aripuana cullmaniorum,
Bartonia paniculata,
Bartonia verna,
Bartonia virginica,
Bisgoeppertia robustior,
Bisgoeppertia gracilis,
Bisgoeppertia scandens,
Blackstonia acuminata,
Blackstonia grandiflora,
Blackstonia imperfoliata,
Blackstonia perfoliata,
Calolisianthus amplissimus,
Calolisianthus pedunculatus,
Canscora alata,
Canscora andrographioides,
Canscora concanensis,
Canscora diffusa,
Canscora heteroclita,
Canscora macrocalyx,
Canscora pauciflora,
Canscora perfoliata,
Canscora roxburghii,
Canscora schultesii,
Canscora stricta,
Canscora bidoupensis,
Canscora bhatiana,
Canscora shrirangiana,
Canscora ciathula,
Canscora tetraptera,
Celiantha bella,
Celiantha chimantensis,
Celiantha imthurniana,
Centaurium ameghinoi,