Bucephalandra gigantea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gigantea
ID:
445131
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bogner
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 145: 159 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444463
Common Names
- Giant Bucephalandra
- Giant Water-shield
- Giant Water-starwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bucephalandra gigantea (also called Buce, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic aquatic plant native to Southeast Asia. It has thick, leathery leaves and grows in shallow, slow-moving streams and rivers. It is typically found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Uses & Benefits
Bucephalandra gigantea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bucephalandra gigantea has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bucephalandra gigantea is an epiphytic plant native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11.
Where to Find Bucephalandra gigantea
Bucephalandra gigantea is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia and can be found growing in moist, shady areas.
Bucephalandra gigantea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bucephalandra gigantea?
Bucephalandra gigantea
What type of plant is Bucephalandra gigantea?
Bucephalandra gigantea is a type of aquatic plant.
Where is Bucephalandra gigantea found?
Bucephalandra gigantea is found in Southeast Asia.
Species in the Bucephalandra genus
Bucephalandra catherineae, Bucephalandra gigantea, Bucephalandra magnifolia, Bucephalandra motleyana, Bucephalandra pygmaea, Bucephalandra akantha, Bucephalandra aurantiitheca, Bucephalandra belindae, Bucephalandra bogneri, Bucephalandra chimaera, Bucephalandra chrysokoupa, Bucephalandra diabolica, Bucephalandra elliptica, Bucephalandra forcipula, Bucephalandra goliath, Bucephalandra kerangas, Bucephalandra kishii, Bucephalandra minotaur, Bucephalandra muluensis, Bucephalandra oblanceolata, Bucephalandra oncophora, Bucephalandra pubes, Bucephalandra sordidula, Bucephalandra tetana, Bucephalandra ultramafica, Bucephalandra vespula, Bucephalandra yengiae, Bucephalandra micrantha, Bucephalandra spathulifolia, Bucephalandra filiformis, Bucephalandra adei, Bucephalandra danumensis,
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,
References
Josef Bogner (1939-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:903724-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.