Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 24: 68 (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365198
Common Names
- Bouchea dissecta
- Dissected Bouchea
- Bouchea dissecta
Description
Bouchea dissecta (also called Cutleaf Bouchea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the western United States, and is found in dry, open areas. It is an annual herb with dissected leaves and stems that reach a height of up to 1 meter, and has small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Bouchea dissecta is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock, and its leaves can be used as a source of medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bouchea dissecta has small, white flowers with five petals. The seedpod is long and thin, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bouchea dissecta is a perennial plant that is propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water regularly and fertilize lightly during the growing season.
Where to Find Bouchea dissecta
Bouchea dissecta is native to the Mediterranean region.
Bouchea dissecta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bouchea dissecta?
Bouchea dissecta
What is the common name of Bouchea dissecta?
Dissected Bouchea
Where is Bouchea dissecta found?
Bouchea dissecta is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and South America.
Species in the Bouchea genus
Bouchea agrestis,
Bouchea boliviana,
Bouchea dissecta,
Bouchea notabilis,
Bouchea prismatica,
Bouchea pseudochascanum,
Bouchea rusbyi,
Bouchea spathulata,
Bouchea linifolia,
Bouchea fluminensis,
Bouchea nelsonii,
Bouchea bifurca,
Bouchea glabrata,
Species in the Verbenaceae family
Acantholippia seriphioides,
Aloysia unifacialis,
Aloysia decipiens,
Aloysia barbata,
Aloysia brasiliensis,
Aloysia castellanosii,
Aloysia catamarcensis,
Aloysia chamaedryfolia,
Aloysia chiapensis,
Aloysia citrodora,
Aloysia crenata,
Aloysia densispicata,
Aloysia dusenii,
Aloysia fiebrigii,
Aloysia gentryi,
Aloysia gratissima,
Aloysia hatschbachii,
Aloysia herrerae,
Aloysia macrostachya,
Aloysia nahuire,
Aloysia oblanceolata,
Aloysia ovatifolia,
Aloysia peruviana,
Aloysia polygalifolia,
Aloysia polystachya,
Aloysia pulchra,
Aloysia salviifolia,
Aloysia schulziana,
Aloysia scorodonioides,
Aloysia sonorensis,
Aloysia spathulata,
Aloysia virgata,
Aloysia wrightii,
Aloysia velutina,
Aloysia cordata,
Aloysia arequipensis,
Aloysia coalcomana,
Aloysia salsoloides,
Aloysia deserticola,
Aloysia trifida,
Aloysia riojana,
Aloysia tarapacana,
Bouchea agrestis,
Bouchea boliviana,
Bouchea dissecta,
Bouchea notabilis,
Bouchea prismatica,
Bouchea pseudochascanum,
Bouchea rusbyi,
Bouchea spathulata,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:35422-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].