Boutonia cuspidata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuspidata
ID:
570725
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Rev. Bignon. : 18 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570057
Common Names
- Cuspidata Boutonia
- Boutonia Cuspidata
- Boutonia Cuspidata Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Boutonia cuspidata (also called cuspidate boutonia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It grows in moist, shady forests. It has a spreading habit with oval, leathery leaves and produces small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Boutonia cuspidata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Long, thin leaves with a slightly fuzzy texture.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Boutonia cuspidata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Boutonia cuspidata
Boutonia cuspidata is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Boutonia cuspidata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Boutonia cuspidata?
Boutonia cuspidata
What is the family of Boutonia cuspidata?
Aizoaceae
What is the common name of Boutonia cuspidata?
Cuspidata Boutonia
Species in the Boutonia genus
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
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.