Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ongensis
ID:
324519

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.E.Dawson & Cheek

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55: 75 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323851

Common Names

  • Ongensis Belonophora
  • Ongensis Belonophora Orchid
  • Ongensis Belonophora Flower

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Description

Belonophora ongensis (also called Ong's Belonophora, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Costa Rica, growing in wet, montane forests. It has ovate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Belonophora ongensis is a small shrub with small white flowers that is often used as a ground cover in gardens. It is also used in landscaping and as a border plant, and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, yellow or pink, with 4-5 petals. Seed: Small, brown and oval-shaped. Seedlings: Germinate in autumn and winter.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Belonophora ongensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Belonophora ongensis

Belonophora ongensis can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Belonophora ongensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Belonophora ongensis?

Belonophora ongensis

What is the common name of Belonophora ongensis?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Belonophora ongensis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Southeast Asia, and China

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-20459: Based on the initial data import
Martin Cheek (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cheek' in the authors string.
Sally Emma Dawson (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.E.Dawson' in the authors string.