Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
nelsonii
ID:
367591

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grenzeb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 13: 83 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000366923

Common Names

  • Bouchea nelsonii
  • Nelsonii
  • Nelson's Bouchea

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Description

Bouchea nelsonii (also called Nelson's Bouchea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to the Northern Cape and Western Cape Provinces of South Africa, and is found in dry shrublands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bouchea nelsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bouchea nelsonii are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bouchea nelsonii is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Bouchea nelsonii

Bouchea nelsonii can be found in the western United States.

Bouchea nelsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bouchea nelsonii?

Bouchea nelsonii

What is the common name of Bouchea nelsonii?

Nelson's Bouchea

What is the family of Bouchea nelsonii?

Lythraceae

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

Myrle Eunice Grenzebach: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grenzeb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:35428-2: 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].