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Common Names
- Bikkia Montoyae
- Montoyae Bikkia
- Bikkia of Montoyae
Description
Bikkia montoyae (also called Montoya's Bikkia, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, white flowers and its leaves are obovate in shape. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Bikkia montoyae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bikkia montoyae has small, white flowers with five petals, and each flower is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bikkia montoyae is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Bikkia montoyae
Bikkia montoyae can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Bikkia montoyae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bikkia montoyae?
Bikkia montoyae
What are the common names of Bikkia montoyae?
Common names include Montoya's bikkia, Montoya's bikkia tree, and Montoya's bikkia bush.
What is the natural habitat of Bikkia montoyae?
Bikkia montoyae is found in tropical dry and moist forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Species in the Bikkia genus
Bikkia bridgeana,
Bikkia commerconiana,
Bikkia gaudichaudiana,
Bikkia guilloviana,
Bikkia longicarpa,
Bikkia moluccana,
Bikkia palauensis,
Bikkia pancheri,
Bikkia philippinensis,
Bikkia tetrandra,
Bikkia montoyae,
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,