Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.E.Fr.) R.E.Fr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 10: 147 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000567117
Common Names
- Bocageopsis mattogrossensis
- Mattogrossensis Bocageopsis
- Bocageopsis's Mattogrossensis
Description
Bocageopsis mattogrossensis (also called 'Matto Grosso Bocageopsis', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bocageopsis mattogrossensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bocageopsis mattogrossensis has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bocageopsis mattogrossensis is an epiphytic plant that can be grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, and well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination.
Where to Find Bocageopsis mattogrossensis
Bocageopsis mattogrossensis is found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Bocageopsis mattogrossensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bocageopsis mattogrossensis?
Bocageopsis mattogrossensis
What is the family of Bocageopsis mattogrossensis?
Asteraceae
What is the natural habitat of Bocageopsis mattogrossensis?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Bocageopsis genus
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Alphonsea kingii,
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