Status:
valid
Authors:
J.R.Grant
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 96: 557 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746175
Common Names
- Noble Bonyunia
- Noble False Sarsaparilla
- Noble Wild Licorice
Description
Bonyunia nobilis (also called Noble Bonyunia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to India. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist, tropical areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.
Uses & Benefits
Bonyunia nobilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bonyunia nobilis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bonyunia nobilis is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought.
Where to Find Bonyunia nobilis
Bonyunia nobilis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Bonyunia nobilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bonyunia nobilis?
Bonyunia nobilis
What are the common names of Bonyunia nobilis?
Noble Bonyunia
What is the natural habitat of Bonyunia nobilis?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Bonyunia genus
Bonyunia antoniifolia,
Bonyunia aquatica,
Bonyunia minor,
Bonyunia superba,
Bonyunia venusta,
Bonyunia spectabilis,
Bonyunia excelsa,
Bonyunia magnifica,
Bonyunia nobilis,
Bonyunia pulchra,
Species in the Loganiaceae family
Antonia ovata,
Bonyunia antoniifolia,
Bonyunia aquatica,
Bonyunia minor,
Bonyunia superba,
Bonyunia venusta,
Bonyunia spectabilis,
Bonyunia excelsa,
Bonyunia magnifica,
Bonyunia nobilis,
Bonyunia pulchra,
Gardneria angustifolia,
Gardneria lanceolata,
Gardneria multiflora,
Gardneria nutans,
Gardneria ovata,
Geniostoma angustifolium,
Geniostoma antherotrichum,
Geniostoma balansanum,
Geniostoma biseriale,
Geniostoma borbonicum,
Geniostoma calcicola,
Geniostoma celastrineum,
Geniostoma clavatum,
Geniostoma cyrtandrae,
Geniostoma densiflora,
Geniostoma erythrosperma,
Geniostoma fagraeoides,
Geniostoma gagnae,
Geniostoma glaucescens,
Geniostoma grandifolium,
Geniostoma huttonii,
Geniostoma leenhoutsii,
Geniostoma macrophyllum,
Geniostoma mooreanum,
Geniostoma novae-caledoniae,
Geniostoma pedunculatum,
Geniostoma petiolosum,
Geniostoma randianum,
Geniostoma rapense,
Geniostoma rarotongensis,
Geniostoma remyana,
Geniostoma rupestre,
Geniostoma stipulare,
Geniostoma sykesii,
Geniostoma trichostylum,
Geniostoma umbellatum,
Geniostoma vestitum,
Geniostoma weinlandii,
Geniostoma imbricatum,