Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
patrisii
ID:
565475

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 538 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564807

Common Names

  • Besleria patrisii
  • Patrisii Besleria
  • Besleria Patrisii

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Description

Besleria patrisii (also called Besleria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as along the edges of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Besleria patrisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Besleria patrisii has yellow flowers with a tubular shape. Seed: The seeds of Besleria patrisii are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings of Besleria patrisii are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Besleria patrisii is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can tolerate some drought but should not be allowed to dry out completely. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Besleria patrisii

Besleria patrisii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Besleria patrisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Besleria patrisii?

Besleria patrisii

What is the family of Besleria patrisii?

Gesneriaceae

What is the natural habitat of Besleria patrisii?

Tropical montane forests

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,