Status:
valid
Authors:
R.C.Foster
Source:
ksu
Year:
1946
Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 161: 4 (1946)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000367431
Common Names
- Boliviana liberatia
- Boliviana sedge
- Boliviana cyperus
Description
Liberatia boliviana (also called 'Bolivian Liberatia', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is typically found in moist areas, such as near streams, and can grow up to 15 cm in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are bell-shaped and blue in color.
Uses & Benefits
Liberatia boliviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Liberatia boliviana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Liberatia boliviana is a perennial evergreen tree that is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It grows up to 10 m in height and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the stem tips in spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Liberatia boliviana
Liberatia boliviana is native to Bolivia and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Liberatia boliviana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Liberatia boliviana?
Liberatia boliviana
What is the family of Liberatia boliviana?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Liberatia boliviana?
Bolivian Liberatia
Species in the Liberatia 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,