Bowlesia venturii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mathias & Constance
Source:
cmp
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 38: 23 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570154
Common Names
- Bowlesia venturii
- Venturii Bowlesia
- Bowlesia Venturii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bowlesia venturii (also called Venturii Bowlesia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to South America. It has a prostrate habit and produces small, white flowers. It is found in moist and shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Bowlesia venturii 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 venturii 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bowlesia venturii 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 venturii
Bowlesia venturii can be found in Ecuador.
Bowlesia venturii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bowlesia venturii?
Bowlesia venturii
What is the family of Bowlesia venturii?
Brassicaceae
Where is Bowlesia venturii 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2681040: 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.