Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Genus:
Species:
retamo
ID:
575213

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gillies ex Hook. & Arn.) Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 19: 106 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574545

Common Names

  • Retamo Bulnesia
  • Retamo Tillandsia
  • Retamo Bromeliad

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Synonyms

  • Bulnesia macrocarpa Phil. [unknown]
  • Bulnesia retama weberbaueri Engl. [unknown]
  • Zygophyllum retama Gillies ex Hook. & Arn. [unknown]

Description

Bulnesia retamo (also called Retamo Airplant, among many other common names) is an epiphytic perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has long, thin leaves that are green to gray-green in color and can reach up to 8 inches in length. It is found in humid, tropical climates and is often found growing on trees and other plants.

Uses & Benefits

Bulnesia retamo is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bulnesia retamo is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulnesia retamo is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated through cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Bulnesia retamo

Bulnesia retamo is native to South America and can be found in dry, sandy areas in the region.

Bulnesia retamo FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulnesia retamo?

Bulnesia retamo

What is the family of Bulnesia retamo?

Zygophyllaceae

What is the origin of Bulnesia retamo?

South America

Species in the Zygophyllaceae family

Balanites aegyptiaca, Balanites angolensis, Balanites glabra, Balanites maughamii, Balanites pedicellaris, Balanites rotundifolia, Balanites roxburghii, Balanites triflora, Balanites wilsoniana, Balanites aegyptiacus, Balanites wilsonianus, Bulnesia chilensis, Bulnesia foliosa, Bulnesia retamo, Bulnesia rivas-martinezii, Bulnesia schichendanzii, Bulnesia schickendantzii, Guaiacum coulteri, Guaiacum officinale, Guaiacum palmeri, Guaiacum sanctum, Guaiacum unijugum, Guaiacum nellii, Kallstroemia pubescens, Kallstroemia maxima, Kallstroemia californica, Kallstroemia grandiflora, Kallstroemia hirsutissima, Kallstroemia parviflora, Kallstroemia perennans, Kallstroemia adscendens, Kallstroemia tucumanensis, Kallstroemia tribuloides, Kallstroemia incana, Kallstroemia rosei, Kallstroemia boliviana, Kallstroemia pennellii, Kallstroemia peninsularis, Kallstroemia standleyi, Kallstroemia mexicana, Kallstroemia curta, Kallstroemia hintonii, Kelleronia gillettiae, Kelleronia splendens, Kelleronia revoilii, Larrea simulans, Larrea ameghinoi, Larrea divaricata, Larrea cuneifolia, Larrea nitida,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2685911: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
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.
John Gillies (1792-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillies' in the authors string.