Status:
valid
Authors:
(Millsp. ex Mez) B.Ståhl & Källersjö
Source:
cmp
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 116 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568651
Common Names
- Bonellia flammea
- Flaming Bonellia
- Flaming Bonellia Vine
Synonyms
- Jacquinia flammea Millsp. ex Mez [unknown]
Description
Bonellia flammea (also called Flaming Bonellia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 10 m tall, with a single trunk and an open, spreading crown. It is native to Australia, where it is found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales. It grows in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Bonellia flammea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has a high tolerance for drought and salt, making it a good choice for coastal gardens. It can also be used as a windbreak or for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bonellia flammea has white flowers with yellow anthers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bonellia flammea is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is not frost-tolerant and should be protected from cold temperatures.
Where to Find Bonellia flammea
Bonellia flammea is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Bonellia flammea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bonellia flammea?
Bonellia flammea
What is the common name of Bonellia flammea?
Flaming Bonellia
What is the natural habitat of Bonellia flammea?
Bonellia flammea is found in dry rainforest and open forest in Australia.
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,