Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tugwelliae
ID:
565935

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) S.A.Hammer

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 67: 219. 1995.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000565267



Common Names

  • Bijlia tugwelliae
  • Tugwell's Bijlia
  • Tugwell's False Foxglove


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Synonyms

  • Juttadinteria tugwelliae (L.Bolus) Schwantes [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum tugwelliae L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Hereroa tugwelliae (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Bijlia tugwelliae (also called 'Tugwell's Bijlia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a rounded crown and a single stem that can reach up to 1m in height. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are blue. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Bijlia tugwelliae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bijlia tugwelliae is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bijlia tugwelliae is a low-maintenance plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few months. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Bijlia tugwelliae

Bijlia tugwelliae is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Bijlia tugwelliae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bijlia tugwelliae?

Bijlia tugwelliae

What is the common name of Bijlia tugwelliae?

Tugwell's Bijlia

What is the natural habitat of Bijlia tugwelliae?

Tropical forests of South America

Species in the Bijlia genus

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Steven Allen Hammer (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Hammer' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000565267: Based on the initial data import