Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxatilis
ID:
854387

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.C.Chia, H.L.Fung & Y.L.Yang) N.H.Xia

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 51: 567 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000853722

Common Names

  • Bonia saxatilis
  • Saxatilis Bonia
  • Bonia Saxatilis

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Description

Bonia saxatilis (also called 'Lily of the Valley', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It has long, slender stems with small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Bonia saxatilis is a popular ornamental grass used in landscaping and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bonia saxatilis has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bonia saxatilis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting, make sure to space the plants at least 12 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize once a month. Prune regularly to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Bonia saxatilis

Bonia saxatilis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Oceania.

Bonia saxatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bonia saxatilis?

Bonia saxatilis

What type of soil does Bonia saxatilis prefer?

Bonia saxatilis prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the optimal temperature for Bonia saxatilis?

Bonia saxatilis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Ya Ling Yang (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.L.Yang' in the authors string.
Nian He Xia (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Xia' in the authors string.
Liang Chi Chia (b.1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.C.Chia' in the authors string.
Hok Lam Fung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.L.Fung' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:990440-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].