Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
bidwillii
ID:
692265

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 155 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691598

Common Names

  • Forstera bidwillii
  • Bidwill's Forstera
  • Bidwill's Leatherwood

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Description

Forstera bidwillii (also called 'Bidwill's Forstera', among many other common names) is an evergreen, woody, climbing shrub native to tropical Africa. It is found in moist, shady forests, and is often found growing on other trees.

Uses & Benefits

Forstera bidwillii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Forstera bidwillii var. densifolia Mildbr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Forstera bidwillii has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Forstera bidwillii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Forstera bidwillii

Forstera bidwillii is native to tropical Africa.

Forstera bidwillii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Forstera bidwillii?

Forstera bidwillii

What is the common name of Forstera bidwillii?

Forstera bidwillii

What is the natural habitat of Forstera bidwillii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Stylidiaceae family

Donatia fascicularis, Donatia novae-zelandiae, Forstera bellidifolia, Forstera bidwillii, Forstera mackayi, Forstera sedifolia, Forstera tenella, Forstera cristis, Forstera purpurata, Levenhookia leptantha, Levenhookia stipitata, Levenhookia sonderi, Levenhookia pusilla, Levenhookia pulcherrima, Levenhookia octomaculata, Levenhookia dubia, Levenhookia chippendalei, Levenhookia pauciflora, Levenhookia preissii, Oreostylidium subulatum, Phyllachne clavigera, Phyllachne colensoi, Phyllachne rubra, Phyllachne uliginosa, Stylidium adpressum, Stylidium aeonioides, Stylidium affine, Stylidium longissimum, Stylidium longitubum, Stylidium lowrieanum, Stylidium luteum, Stylidium macranthum, Stylidium maitlandianum, Stylidium maritimum, Stylidium megacarpum, Stylidium lobuliflorum, Stylidium marradongense, Stylidium simulans, Stylidium longicornu, Stylidium soboliferum, Stylidium spathulatum, Stylidium limbatum, Stylidium lineare, Stylidium lineatum, Stylidium crossocephalum, Stylidium clarksonii, Stylidium claytonioides, Stylidium confertum, Stylidium confluens, Stylidium cordifolium,

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