Bowlesia argenticaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mathias & Constance
Source:
cmp
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 75: 99 (1971 publ. 1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570083
Common Names
- Bowlesia argenticaulis
- Silver-Stem Bowlesia
- Bowlesia Silver
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bowlesia argenticaulis (also called Silver-stemmed Bowlesia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 metres in height. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia and is found in heathland and shrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bowlesia argenticaulis has been used for its ornamental value in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bowlesia argenticaulis has white flowers with yellow centres and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bowlesia argenticaulis is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. It is drought and frost tolerant. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late summer or autumn.
Where to Find Bowlesia argenticaulis
Bowlesia argenticaulis is native to South America.
Bowlesia argenticaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bowlesia argenticaulis?
Bowlesia argenticaulis
What is the common name of Bowlesia argenticaulis?
Silver-stemmed Bowlesia
What is the natural habitat of Bowlesia argenticaulis?
It is native to South America
Species in the Bowlesia genus
Bowlesia argenticaulis, Bowlesia flabilis, Bowlesia hieronymusii, Bowlesia incana, Bowlesia lobata, Bowlesia macrophysa, Bowlesia palmata, Bowlesia paposana, Bowlesia platanifolia, Bowlesia ruiz-lealii, Bowlesia setigera, Bowlesia sodiroana, Bowlesia tenella, Bowlesia tropaeolifolia, Bowlesia uncinata, Bowlesia venturii,
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2680974: Based on the initial data import
Mildred Esther Mathias (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mathias' in the authors string.
Lincoln Constance (1909-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Constance' in the authors string.