Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
affinis
ID:
565255

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.V.Morton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 48: 75 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564587

Common Names

  • Besleria affinis
  • Affine Besleria
  • Affinis Besleria

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Description

Besleria affinis (also called Affin Besleria, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in rocky areas and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Besleria affinis is used as an ornamental plant, as a garden plant, and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Besleria affinis is white and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Besleria affinis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 6 feet. It is best grown in a warm, humid climate and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept consistently moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature shrubs and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, Besleria affinis requires regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Besleria affinis

Besleria affinis is native to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Antioquia, Cauca, and Valle del Cauca.

Besleria affinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Besleria affinis?

Besleria affinis

What is the common name of Besleria affinis?

Affin's Besleria

What is the natural habitat of Besleria affinis?

It is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil, in sandy soils and rocky outcrops

Species in the Besleria genus

Besleria beltranii, Besleria neblinae, Besleria yatuana, Besleria affinis, Besleria aggregata, Besleria angusta, Besleria angustiflora, Besleria arborescens, Besleria arbusta, Besleria ardens, Besleria aristeguitae, Besleria attenuata, Besleria barbata, Besleria barbensis, Besleria barclayi, Besleria boliviana, Besleria calantha, Besleria calycina, Besleria campanulata, Besleria capitata, Besleria chiriquensis, Besleria cinnabarina, Besleria citrina, Besleria clivorum, Besleria cognata, Besleria columneoides, Besleria comosa, Besleria compta, Besleria concinna, Besleria concolor, Besleria conformis, Besleria connata, Besleria conspecta, Besleria crassa, Besleria crassicaulis, Besleria cuneata, Besleria cyrtanthemum, Besleria decipiens, Besleria deflexa, Besleria delvillari, Besleria disgrega, Besleria divaricata, Besleria duarteana, Besleria elegans, Besleria elongata, Besleria emendata, Besleria eriocalyx, Besleria fallax, Besleria fasciculata, Besleria fecunda,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

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