Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
bolivarensis
ID:
782307

Status:
valid

Authors:
Landrum

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 76: 930 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000781640

Common Names

  • Bolivarensis Calycolpus
  • Bolivarensis Vine
  • Bolivarensis Trumpetflower

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Description

Calycolpus bolivarensis (also called Bolivar's Calycolpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bignoniaceae family. It is native to South America, where it is found in Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina. It is a woody climber found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Calycolpus bolivarensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful yellow flower that blooms in the spring and summer months. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calycolpus bolivarensis is yellow and tubular, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Calycolpus bolivarensis: This species is best propagated from cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and regular watering. It is tolerant of light frosts.

Where to Find Calycolpus bolivarensis

Calycolpus bolivarensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Brazil.

Calycolpus bolivarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycolpus bolivarensis?

Calycolpus bolivarensis

What is the common name of Calycolpus bolivarensis?

Bolivar Calycolpus

What is the natural habitat of Calycolpus bolivarensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-32013: Based on the initial data import
Leslie R. Landrum (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Landrum' in the authors string.