Bouvardia hintoniorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Turner
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 38: 111 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000369771
Common Names
- Hintoniorum Bouvardia
- Bouvardia Hintoniorum
- Hintoniorum Bouvardia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bouvardia hintoniorum (also called Hinton's bouvardia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has thin, light green leaves and grows up to a height of 1-2 feet. It is found in dry, open areas and is drought-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Bouvardia hintoniorum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as an ingredient in essential oils. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and digestive issues. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bouvardia hintoniorum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings are small and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bouvardia hintoniorum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a rooting medium and kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Bouvardia hintoniorum
Bouvardia hintoniorum is native to Mexico and Central America.
Bouvardia hintoniorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bouvardia hintoniorum?
Bouvardia hintoniorum
What is the common name of Bouvardia hintoniorum?
Hinton's Bouvardia
What is the habitat of Bouvardia hintoniorum?
It is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands, fields, and roadsides.
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-23609: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.