Bonellia bissei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bissei
ID:
1319939
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lepper) Lepper & J.E.Gut.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 41: 287 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332393
Common Names
- Bonellia Bissei
- Bonellia
- Bissei
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bonellia bissei (also called 'Bisse's Bonellia' and 'Bisse', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, tropical forests and in disturbed areas. It is also found in coastal areas and in rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Bonellia bissei is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also known for its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bonellia bissei has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bonellia bissei is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the divisions moist until they are established.
Where to Find Bonellia bissei
Bonellia bissei is found in the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region.
Bonellia bissei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bonellia bissei?
Bonellia bissei
What is the common name of Bonellia bissei?
Bisse's Bonellia
What is the natural habitat of Bonellia bissei?
Tropical and subtropical dry shrublands
Species in the Bonellia genus
Bonellia albiflora, Bonellia brevifolia, Bonellia flammea, Bonellia frutescens, Bonellia lippoldii, Bonellia loeflingii, Bonellia longifolia, Bonellia macrocarpa, Bonellia montana, Bonellia mucronata, Bonellia nervosa, Bonellia nitida, Bonellia paludicola, Bonellia pauciflora, Bonellia pringlei, Bonellia seleriana, Bonellia shaferi, Bonellia sprucei, Bonellia stenophylla, Bonellia umbellata, Bonellia fruticulosa, Bonellia verrucosa, Bonellia oligantha, Bonellia robusta, Bonellia stenophylloides, Bonellia bissei, Bonellia curtissii, Bonellia brunnescens, Bonellia moana,
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,
References
Lothar Lepper (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lepper' in the authors string.
Jorge E. Gutiérrez Amaro (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.E.Gut.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77117436-1: Based on the initial data import