Status:
valid
Authors:
Huaylla
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 297 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333891
Common Names
- Bolivian Cypella
- Cypella Boliviana
- Bolivian Cypella
Description
Cypella boliviana (also called Bolivian Cypella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to Bolivia. It is found in moist, sandy soils in open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cypella boliviana is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can be used as a hedge or screen. It has fragrant white flowers and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cypella boliviana is white and has a pleasant smell. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cypella boliviana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Cypella boliviana
Cypella boliviana is native to Bolivia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Cypella boliviana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cypella boliviana?
Cypella boliviana
What is the family of Cypella boliviana?
Iridaceae
What is the common name of Cypella boliviana?
None
Species in the Cypella genus
Cypella aquatilis,
Cypella armosa,
Cypella craterantha,
Cypella crenata,
Cypella curuzupensis,
Cypella discolor,
Cypella elegans,
Cypella exilis,
Cypella fucata,
Cypella geniculata,
Cypella hauthalii,
Cypella herbertii,
Cypella laeta,
Cypella lapidosa,
Cypella laxa,
Cypella mandonii,
Cypella oreophila,
Cypella osteniana,
Cypella pabstiana,
Cypella pusilla,
Cypella catharinensis,
Cypella unguiculata,
Cypella brasiliensis,
Cypella amambaica,
Cypella trimontina,
Cypella suffusa,
Cypella luteogibbosa,
Cypella magnicristata,
Cypella rivularis,
Cypella boliviana,
Cypella aurinegra,
Cypella ravenniana,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii,
Alophia intermedia,
Alophia medusa,
Alophia silvestris,
Alophia veracruzana,
Aristea abyssinica,
Aristea africana,
Aristea alata,
Aristea anceps,
Aristea angolensis,
Aristea angustifolia,
Aristea bakeri,
Aristea bequaertii,
Aristea biflora,
Aristea cantharophila,
Aristea capitata,
Aristea cladocarpa,
Aristea compressa,
Aristea cuspidata,
Aristea dichotoma,
Aristea djalonis,
Aristea ecklonii,
Aristea fimbriata,
Aristea flexicaulis,
Aristea galpinii,
Aristea glauca,
Aristea goetzei,
Aristea grandis,
Aristea humbertii,
Aristea inaequalis,
Aristea juncifolia,
Aristea kitchingii,
Aristea latifolia,
Aristea lugens,
Aristea madagascariensis,
Aristea montana,
Aristea monticola,
Aristea nyikensis,
Aristea oligocephala,
Aristea palustris,
Aristea parviflora,
Aristea pauciflora,
Aristea platycaulis,
Aristea polycephala,
Aristea pusilla,
Aristea racemosa,
Aristea ranomafana,
Aristea recisa,
Aristea rigidifolia,
Aristea rupicola,