Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
campanulata
ID:
312878

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) de Kruif

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Agric. Univ. Wageningen Pap. 85(2): 40 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312210



Common Names

  • Baissea campanulata
  • Campanulata Baissea
  • Campanulata Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Oncinotis campanulata K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Oncinotis subsessilis K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Baissea goossensii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Baissea laurentii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Baissea minutiflora Pichon [illegitimate]
  • Baissea subsessilis (K.Schum.) Stapf [unknown]
  • Zygodia congensis Goodin [unknown]

Description

Baissea campanulata (also called 'Bell-shaped Baissea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Peru. It grows in wet forests at elevations of 500 to 1800 meters. It has a single, upright, unbranched stem, up to 1.5 meters tall, and bears up to 30 fragrant, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Baissea campanulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baissea campanulata is white and has a long, slender spadix. The seed is small, round and black. The seedling has a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baissea campanulata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Baissea campanulata

Baissea campanulata is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Baissea campanulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baissea campanulata?

Baissea campanulata

How tall does Baissea campanulata grow?

Up to 1 meter

What type of soil does Baissea campanulata prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19336: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
A.P.M. de Kruif: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Kruif' in the authors string.