Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xylosteoides
ID:
375083

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 428 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000374415

Common Names

  • Bouvardia Xylosteoides
  • Xylosteoides Bouvardia
  • Bouvardia

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Synonyms

  • Bouvardia villosa Standl. [valid]

Description

Bouvardia xylosteoides (also called B. xylosteoides, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Mexico and grows in dry, sunny areas such as deserts and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Bouvardia xylosteoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bouvardia xylosteoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bouvardia xylosteoides is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize once a month. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Bouvardia xylosteoides

Bouvardia xylosteoides can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Bouvardia xylosteoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bouvardia xylosteoides?

Bouvardia xylosteoides

What is the common name of Bouvardia xylosteoides?

Broomleaf Bouvardia

What is the habitat of Bouvardia xylosteoides?

It is found in dry habitats, such as deserts, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

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-23688: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.