Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
robustior
ID:
509236

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greuter & R.Rankin

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 38: 183 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508568

Common Names

  • Bisgoeppertia robustior
  • Robust Bisgoeppertia
  • Robust African Violet

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Description

Bisgoeppertia robustior (also called Robust Bisgoeppertia, among many other common names) is a species of perennial herb native to Colombia and Venezuela. It is found in humid montane forests, often growing on rocks and tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Bisgoeppertia robustior is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bisgoeppertia robustior has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bisgoeppertia robustior can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a potting mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer for best results.

Where to Find Bisgoeppertia robustior

Bisgoeppertia robustior can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and other parts of South America.

Bisgoeppertia robustior FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bisgoeppertia robustior?

Bisgoeppertia robustior

What is the family of Bisgoeppertia robustior?

Asteraceae

Where is Bisgoeppertia robustior found?

Argentina

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,

References

Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Rosa Rankin (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Rankin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77091724-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.