Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capitata
ID:
368985

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bullock

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 33: t. 3296 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000368317

Common Names

  • Bouvardia
  • Scarlet Bouvardia
  • Firecracker Flower

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Description

Bouvardia capitata (also called Bouvardia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It grows in moist, shady areas, and can reach up to 1.2 m in height.

Uses & Benefits

Bouvardia capitata is a popular ornamental plant, often grown for its bright pink flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bouvardia capitata is a small, white, four-petaled flower. The seed is a small, dark-colored nutlet. The seedlings are thin, grass-like shoots.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bouvardia capitata is a hardy perennial that can be grown from seed sown directly in the garden. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Bouvardia capitata

Bouvardia capitata is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Bouvardia capitata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bouvardia capitata?

Bouvardia capitata

What type of plant is Bouvardia capitata?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the common name of Bouvardia capitata?

Capsule-headed bouvardia

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,

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