Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Ando & Hashim.
Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 50: 483 (483-485, 488-492, fig. 1-2, 5). 1998
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001024413
Common Names
- Bajeensis Petunia
- Bajeensis Wave Petunia
- Bajeensis Summer Petunia
Description
Petunia bajeensis (also called 'Baja Petunia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Solanaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands and disturbed areas. It is an annual herb with white or pink flowers and grows to a height of 15-30 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Petunia bajeensis is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Petunia bajeensis has white or pink flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Where to Find Petunia bajeensis
Petunia bajeensis is native to Brazil.
Species in the Petunia genus
Petunia altiplana,
Petunia axillaris,
Petunia bajeensis,
Petunia bonjardinensis,
Petunia exserta,
Petunia hybrida,
Petunia inflata,
Petunia integrifolia,
Petunia interior,
Petunia mantiqueirensis,
Petunia occidentalis,
Petunia patagonica,
Petunia reitzii,
Petunia saxicola,
Petunia scheideana,
Petunia secreta,
Species in the Solanaceae family