Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
tichii
ID:
1330529

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luu, Q.D.Nguyen & N.L.Vu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 219: 190 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342983

Common Names

  • Billolivia tichii
  • Tichii Billolivia
  • Tichii Olive

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Description

Billolivia tichii (also called Tich's Billolivia, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It has thick, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, shrublands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Billolivia tichii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Billolivia tichii is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellow labellum. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are dark green and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Billolivia tichii is a perennial shrub that is best propagated by cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. To propagate, take cuttings from the parent plant in spring or autumn. Place the cuttings in a pot filled with moist, well-drained soil and keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, transplant them to their permanent location.

Where to Find Billolivia tichii

Billolivia tichii is native to India and can be found in moist forests at elevations of 1,000 to 2,000 meters.

Billolivia tichii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Billolivia tichii?

Billolivia tichii

What is the natural habitat of Billolivia tichii?

Forests of the Bolivian Andes

What is the flower color of Billolivia tichii?

White

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

Hong Truong Luu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luu' in the authors string.
Ngoc Long Vu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.L.Vu' in the authors string.
Quoc Dat Nguyen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.D.Nguyen' in the authors string.