Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
timonioides
ID:
347973

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hillebr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Fl. Hawaiian Isl. : 174 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000347305

Common Names

  • Timonioides Bobea
  • Timonioides Woodrush
  • Timonioides Wood-rush

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Synonyms

  • Obbea timonioides Hook.f. [valid]

Description

Bobea timonioides (also called Timonioides, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as woods, swamps, and wet meadows. It has a clumping habit and its leaves are green and long, with a sharp-pointed tip. The flower spikes are greenish-brown and the flowers are small and inconspicuous.

Uses & Benefits

Bobea timonioides is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas, and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bobea timonioides is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings are small and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bobea timonioides is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, sunny areas. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by cuttings or seed. The best time to take cuttings is in the spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a dry, sunny area in the spring or early summer. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate.

Where to Find Bobea timonioides

Bobea timonioides is native to the Andean region of South America.

Bobea timonioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bobea timonioides?

Bobea timonioides

What is the common name of Bobea timonioides?

Timon's Bobea

What is the habitat of Bobea timonioides?

Dry, rocky slopes and woodlands

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-22719: Based on the initial data import
William Hillebrand (1821-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hillebr.' in the authors string.