Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nivea
ID:
1414250

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) M.O.Dillon

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Arnaldoa 25(1): 55. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001426715



Common Names

  • Belloa nivea
  • Snowy Belloa
  • Snowy-flowered Belloa


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Description

Belloa nivea (also called White Belloa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in humid forests and woodlands, often in the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Belloa nivea has been used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Belloa nivea has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Belloa nivea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels.

Where to Find Belloa nivea

Belloa nivea is native to the Amazon region of South America.

Belloa nivea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Belloa nivea?

Belloa nivea

What is the common name of Belloa nivea?

Snowy Belloa

What is the family of Belloa nivea?

Asteraceae

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Michael Dillon (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.O.Dillon' in the authors string.