Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dictyoneura
ID:
369702

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 32: 109 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000369034

Common Names

  • Bouvardia Dictyoneura
  • Bouvardia
  • Firecracker Bush

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Synonyms

  • Bouvardia matudae Lundell [valid]
  • Bouvardia pachecoana Standl. & Steyerm. [valid]
  • Bouvardia venosissima Lundell [valid]

Description

Bouvardia dictyoneura (also called net-veined bouvardia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in moist and wet habitats, such as in swamps, marshes, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Bouvardia dictyoneura is a flowering shrub native to South America and is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bouvardia dictyoneura has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bouvardia dictyoneura is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. It can be grown in containers and will spread quickly in the garden.

Where to Find Bouvardia dictyoneura

Bouvardia dictyoneura can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Bouvardia dictyoneura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bouvardia dictyoneura?

Bouvardia dictyoneura

What is the common name of Bouvardia dictyoneura?

Netted Bouvardia

What is the family of Bouvardia dictyoneura?

Rubiaceae

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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