Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
372929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1820

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 3: 385 (1820)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000372261

Common Names

  • Obovata Bouvardia
  • Obovata Bouvardia Creeper
  • Obovata Bouvardia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Hedyotis mexicana Sessé & Moc. [valid]

Description

Bouvardia obovata (also called Obovate Bouvardia, among many other common names) is a woody, evergreen shrub with small, obovate leaves and white, tubular flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bouvardia obovata is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bouvardia obovata is white with a yellow center, and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, black, globular seed, about 1 mm in diameter. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bouvardia obovata is a perennial climber that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Bouvardia obovata

Bouvardia obovata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Bouvardia obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bouvardia obovata?

Bouvardia obovata

What is the family of Bouvardia obovata?

Rubiaceae

Where is Bouvardia obovata found?

It is found in tropical America

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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