Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
quadrangulata
ID:
565493

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.E.Skog

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 7: 96 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564825

Common Names

  • Besleria quadrangulata
  • Quadrangulata Besleria
  • Besleria Quadrangulata

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Description

Besleria quadrangulata (also called 'Square Besleria', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has large, square-shaped leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Besleria quadrangulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers, and it is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators. The plant can also be used as a groundcover or in borders and hedges.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Besleria quadrangulata 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 quadrangulata

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

Besleria quadrangulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Besleria quadrangulata?

Besleria quadrangulata

What is the family of Besleria quadrangulata?

Gesneriaceae

What is the natural habitat of Besleria quadrangulata?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2675453: Based on the initial data import
Laurence Skog (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Skog' in the authors string.