Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
angusta
ID:
565265

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.V.Morton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 38: 135 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564597

Common Names

  • Besleria angusta
  • Narrow Besleria
  • Angusta Besleria

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Besleria angusta 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 angusta is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 8 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 angusta requires regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Besleria angusta

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

Besleria angusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Besleria angusta?

Besleria angusta

What is the common name of Besleria angusta?

Narrow Besleria

What is the natural habitat of Besleria angusta?

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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