Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
atrovirgata
ID:
559473

Status:
valid

Authors:
Balf.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Edinburgh 12: 87 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558805



Common Names

  • Ballochia atrovirgata
  • Atrovirgata Ballochia
  • Atrovirgata False Rosewood


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Description

Ballochia atrovirgata (also called 'Dark-striped Ballochia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers. It is native to Madagascar and is found in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ballochia atrovirgata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ballochia atrovirgata has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a dense head. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are short and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ballochia atrovirgata is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Central America, and Colombia. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, perlite, or sphagnum moss. It prefers bright light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Ballochia atrovirgata

Ballochia atrovirgata is native to South America, particularly in Peru.

Ballochia atrovirgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ballochia atrovirgata?

Ballochia atrovirgata

What is the common name of Ballochia atrovirgata?

Dark-striped Ballochia

Where is Ballochia atrovirgata found?

India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Isaac Bayley Balfour (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balf.f.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.