Bouvardia borhidiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lozada-Pérez
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Novon 18: 211 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834796
Common Names
- Bouvardia Borhidiana
- Borhidiana Bouvardia
- Borhidiana Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bouvardia borhidiana (also called Borhidiana Bouvardia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 4 feet tall with red flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Bouvardia borhidiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bouvardia borhidiana has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bouvardia borhidiana is a species of shrub native to tropical Asia. It is an evergreen shrub that grows in moist, humid climates. It is best grown in a potting mix of peat moss, perlite, and vermiculite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings.
Where to Find Bouvardia borhidiana
Bouvardia borhidiana is native to Mexico. It can be found in the wild growing in moist, shady forests.
Bouvardia borhidiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bouvardia borhidiana?
Bouvardia borhidiana
What is the common name of Bouvardia borhidiana?
Borhidiana Bouvardia
What is the natural habitat of Bouvardia borhidiana?
Tropical and subtropical regions in Mexico
Species in the Bouvardia genus
Bouvardia ferruginea, Bouvardia lottiae, Bouvardia pedicellaris, Bouvardia pungens, Bouvardia bouvardioides, Bouvardia capitata, Bouvardia chrysantha, Bouvardia conzattii, Bouvardia cordifolia, Bouvardia dictyoneura, Bouvardia erecta, Bouvardia glabra, Bouvardia gracilipes, Bouvardia hintoniorum, Bouvardia karwinskyi, Bouvardia laevis, Bouvardia langlassei, Bouvardia latifolia, Bouvardia leiantha, Bouvardia loeseneriana, Bouvardia longiflora, Bouvardia multiflora, Bouvardia oaxacana, Bouvardia obovata, Bouvardia pallida, Bouvardia quinquenervata, Bouvardia rekoi, Bouvardia rosea, Bouvardia rosei, Bouvardia rzedowskii, Bouvardia scabra, Bouvardia standleyana, Bouvardia subcordata, Bouvardia tenuifolia, Bouvardia ternifolia, Bouvardia viminalis, Bouvardia xestosperma, Bouvardia xylosteoides, Bouvardia castilloi, Bouvardia keniae, Bouvardia borhidiana, Bouvardia hernan-maganae, Bouvardia sancaroli, Bouvardia mitlensis, Bouvardia amplexicaulis, Bouvardia tubicalyx, Bouvardia stenosiphon, Bouvardia pulverulenta, Bouvardia fragilis, Bouvardia costaricensis,
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-371987: Based on the initial data import
Lucio Lozada-Pérez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lozada-Pérez' in the authors string.