Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
corymbosa
ID:
363799

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 11: 55 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363131

Common Names

  • Bothriospora corymbosa
  • Corymbose Bothriospora
  • Corymb Bothriospora

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Synonyms

  • Tepesia dubia C.F.Gaertn. [valid]
  • Evosmia corymbosa Benth. [valid]
  • Euosmia corymbosa Benth. [unknown]

Description

Bothriospora corymbosa (also called 'Corymbose Bothriospora', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a clumping habit and is covered in small, yellow flowers. It is found in open, grassy areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Bothriospora corymbosa is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, as a source of fuelwood, and as a source of timber for construction and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bothriospora corymbosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a few small, white hairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bothriospora corymbosa is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or by stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Stem cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Bothriospora corymbosa

Bothriospora corymbosa can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Bothriospora corymbosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bothriospora corymbosa?

Bothriospora corymbosa

What type of plant is Bothriospora corymbosa?

It is a species of flowering plant in the aster family

Where is Bothriospora corymbosa found?

It is native to Mexico and Central America

Species in the Bothriospora genus

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,

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