Bomarea goniocaulon - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
goniocaulon
ID:
762410
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 20: 204 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761743
Common Names
- Bomarea goniocaulon
- Angled-Stem Bomarea
- Bomarea of the Andes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bomarea goniocaulon (also called 'Climbing alstroemeria', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous climber native to the Andes of Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador. It grows in moist, shady forests and is often found in ravines and along streams. It has long, thin, wiry stems and lanceolate leaves. The flowers are bright orange and borne in clusters.
Uses & Benefits
Bomarea goniocaulon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Bomarea goniocaulon sub. elegans (Sodiro) Harling & NeuendorfBomarea goniocaulon sub. goniocaulon
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bomarea goniocaulon are yellow with orange centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Bomarea goniocaulon is a small, evergreen vine native to South America. It is easy to propagate and cultivate, as it can be grown from seeds or from cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a shallow tray filled with moist soil and kept in a warm, bright location. Cuttings can be taken from the stems and planted in a container filled with well-draining soil. The container should be placed in a bright, sunny location.
Where to Find Bomarea goniocaulon
Bomarea goniocaulon can be found in the tropical regions of South and Central America.
Bomarea goniocaulon FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bomarea goniocaulon?
Bomarea goniocaulon
Where does Bomarea goniocaulon grow?
Bomarea goniocaulon is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.
What is the growth habit of Bomarea goniocaulon?
Bomarea goniocaulon is a perennial herb with a twining or climbing habit.
Species in the Bomarea genus
Bomarea acutifolia, Bomarea albimontana, Bomarea ampayesana, Bomarea anceps, Bomarea andimarcana, Bomarea andreana, Bomarea angulata, Bomarea angustissima, Bomarea aurantiaca, Bomarea boliviensis, Bomarea brachysepala, Bomarea bracteata, Bomarea bracteolata, Bomarea bredemeyeriana, Bomarea brevis, Bomarea campylophylla, Bomarea carderi, Bomarea caudata, Bomarea caudatisepala, Bomarea ceratophora, Bomarea chimboracensis, Bomarea chiriquina, Bomarea coccinea, Bomarea cordifolia, Bomarea cornigera, Bomarea cornuta, Bomarea costaricensis, Bomarea crassifolia, Bomarea crinita, Bomarea crocea, Bomarea densiflora, Bomarea denticulata, Bomarea diffracta, Bomarea dispar, Bomarea dissitifolia, Bomarea distichifolia, Bomarea dolichocarpa, Bomarea dulcis, Bomarea edulis, Bomarea endotrachys, Bomarea engleriana, Bomarea ferreyrae, Bomarea formosissima, Bomarea glaucescens, Bomarea goniocaulon, Bomarea graminifolia, Bomarea hartwegii, Bomarea herbertiana, Bomarea herrerae, Bomarea hieronymi,
Species in the Alstroemeriaceae family
Alstroemeria achirae, Alstroemeria altoparadisea, Alstroemeria amazonica, Alstroemeria andina, Alstroemeria angustifolia, Alstroemeria annapolina, Alstroemeria apertiflora, Alstroemeria aquidauanica, Alstroemeria arnicana, Alstroemeria aulica, Alstroemeria aurea, Alstroemeria bahiensis, Alstroemeria bakeri, Alstroemeria bilabiata, Alstroemeria brasiliensis, Alstroemeria burchellii, Alstroemeria caiaponica, Alstroemeria cantillanica, Alstroemeria caryophyllaea, Alstroemeria chapadensis, Alstroemeria chorillensis, Alstroemeria crispata, Alstroemeria cuiabana, Alstroemeria cultrifolia, Alstroemeria cunha, Alstroemeria decora, Alstroemeria diluta, Alstroemeria discolor, Alstroemeria douradensis, Alstroemeria espigonensis, Alstroemeria exserens, Alstroemeria fiebrigiana, Alstroemeria foliosa, Alstroemeria fuscovinosa, Alstroemeria garaventae, Alstroemeria gardneri, Alstroemeria glaucandra, Alstroemeria graminea, Alstroemeria hookeri, Alstroemeria huemulina, Alstroemeria ibitipocae, Alstroemeria igarapavica, Alstroemeria inodora, Alstroemeria isabellana, Alstroemeria itabiritensis, Alstroemeria itatiaica, Alstroemeria jocunda, Alstroemeria julieae, Alstroemeria kingii, Alstroemeria lactilutea,
References
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:63304-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.