Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
deflexa
ID:
363563

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2: 1216 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362895

Common Names

  • Bostrychanthera Deflexa
  • Deflexed Bostrychanthera
  • Deflexed Lespedeza

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Synonyms

  • Chelonopsis benthamiana Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Chelonopsis deflexa (Benth.) Druce [unknown]
  • Chelonopsis deflexa matsudae Kudô [unknown]
  • Chelonopsis deflexa (Benth.) Diels [deprecated]

Description

Bostrychanthera deflexa (also called Deflexed Bostrychanthera, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bostrychanthera deflexa is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a diuretic, anthelmintic, and antiseptic. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bostrychanthera deflexa has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bostrychanthera deflexa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Bostrychanthera deflexa

Bostrychanthera deflexa is native to India and can be found in open grasslands and dry scrub forests.

Bostrychanthera deflexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bostrychanthera deflexa?

Bostrychanthera deflexa

What is the common name of Bostrychanthera deflexa?

Deflexed bush-clover

What is the family of Bostrychanthera deflexa?

Fabaceae

Species in the Bostrychanthera genus

Species in the Lamiaceae family

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