Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palmata
ID:
570791

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Fl. Peruv. 3: 28 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570123



Common Names

  • Bowlesia palmata
  • Palmata Bowlesia
  • Bowlesia Palmata


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Synonyms

  • Bowlesia palmata lacerata Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Bowlesia palmata (also called Bowlesia palmatus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a shrub with a height of 0.5 to 1 meter. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It grows in humid forests, thickets, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bowlesia palmata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bowlesia palmata 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Bowlesia palmata is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become waterlogged. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bowlesia palmata

Bowlesia palmata is native to South America.

Bowlesia palmata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bowlesia palmata?

Bowlesia palmata

What is the common name of Bowlesia palmata?

Palm-leaved Bowlesia

What is the natural habitat of Bowlesia palmata?

It is native to South America

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-2681012: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.