Bouvardia rosei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 32: 109 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000373127
Common Names
- Bouvardia rosei
- Rose's Bouvardia
- Rosei Bouvardia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bouvardia rosei (also called rose bouvardia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. Its leaves are simple, ovate to elliptic, and its flowers are pink and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Bouvardia rosei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a pot plant indoors. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, malaria, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Bouvardia rosei has small, pink flowers that are arranged in clusters. Seed: The seeds are small, black and glossy. Seedlings: The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bouvardia rosei is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Division can be done in early spring or late fall. The plant should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Bouvardia rosei
Bouvardia rosei can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.
Bouvardia rosei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bouvardia rosei?
Bouvardia rosei
Where is Bouvardia rosei found?
Bouvardia rosei is found in Mexico.
What is the natural habitat of Bouvardia rosei?
The natural habitat of Bouvardia rosei is tropical rainforests.
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-23656: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.