Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
boliviana
ID:
1253510

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mathias & Constance

Source:
tro

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 14: 152 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252848

Common Names

  • Niphogeton boliviana
  • Bolivian Niphogeton
  • Bolivian Waterwort

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Description

Niphogeton boliviana (also called Bolivian Niphogeton, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to tropical regions in South America. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Niphogeton boliviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Niphogeton boliviana has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Niphogeton boliviana can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and planted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Niphogeton boliviana

Niphogeton boliviana is native to the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Niphogeton boliviana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Niphogeton boliviana?

Niphogeton boliviana

What is the natural habitat of Niphogeton boliviana?

It is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

What is the flowering season of Niphogeton boliviana?

It flowers in the summer months.

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 tro-50167006: 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.