Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
sprucei
ID:
569338

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mez) B.Ståhl & Källersjö

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 117 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568670

Common Names

  • Bonellia sprucei
  • Spruce's Bonellia
  • Spruce's Bonellia Vine

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Synonyms

  • Jacquinia sprucei Mez [unknown]

Description

Bonellia sprucei (also called Bonellia spruceana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a shrub with a height of 1 to 2 meters. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It grows in humid forests, thickets, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bonellia sprucei is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in the production of honey and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bonellia sprucei has small, white flowers with five petals and a short, tubular corolla. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bonellia sprucei is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in the spring, and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The seed should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Bonellia sprucei

Bonellia sprucei is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Bonellia sprucei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bonellia sprucei?

Bonellia sprucei

What is the common name of Bonellia sprucei?

Bonellia sprucei

Where is Bonellia sprucei native to?

South America

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2679390: Based on the initial data import
Mari Källersjö (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Källersjö' in the authors string.
Bertil Ståhl (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Ståhl' in the authors string.
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.