Status:
valid
Authors:
Colla
Source:
cmp
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Mem. Reale Accad. Sci. Torino 37: 81 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570152
Common Names
- Bowlesia uncinata
- Uncinata Bowlesia
- Bowlesia Uncinata
Synonyms
- Bowlesia axilliflora Phil. [unknown]
- Bowlesia dumetorum Phil. [unknown]
- Bowlesia macrosperma H.Wolff [unknown]
- Bowlesia reichei Phil. [unknown]
- Bowlesia tripartita (Hook.) Clos in J.Gay [unknown]
- Bowlesia tripartita axilliflora Reiche [unknown]
- Bowlesia tripartita dumetorum Reiche [unknown]
- Bowlesia tripartita reichei Reiche [unknown]
- Bowlesia tripartita triloba Phil. in Reiche [unknown]
- Bowlesia tropaeolifolia tripartita Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
Description
Bowlesia uncinata (also called Uncinata Bowlesia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to South America. It has a scrambling habit and produces small, white flowers. It is found in moist and shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Bowlesia uncinata 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
The flower of Bowlesia uncinata is a white to yellow colour, with four petals and a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong shape. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bowlesia uncinata 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 uncinata
Bowlesia uncinata can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Bowlesia uncinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bowlesia uncinata?
Bowlesia uncinata
What is the family of Bowlesia uncinata?
Brassicaceae
Where is Bowlesia uncinata found?
It is found in South Africa
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,