Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
abbreviata
ID:
782990

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bidgood

Source:
iplants

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 49: 386 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782323



Common Names

  • Fernandoa abbreviata
  • Abbreviata Fernandoa
  • Fernandoa


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Description

Fernandoa abbreviata (also called Abbreviated Fernandoa, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has bright green, glossy foliage and produces white, tubular flowers in the summer. It is often found in gardens, parks, and other cultivated areas, as well as in moist, wooded areas.

Uses & Benefits

Fernandoa abbreviata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fernandoa abbreviata is yellow with a dark center. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and long with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fernandoa abbreviata is an evergreen climber that can reach up to 2m in height. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-ripe wood and placed in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Fernandoa abbreviata

Fernandoa abbreviata can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Fernandoa abbreviata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fernandoa abbreviata?

Fernandoa abbreviata

What is the common name of Fernandoa abbreviata?

Abbreviata

What is the natural habitat of Fernandoa abbreviata?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Sally Bidgood (1948-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bidgood' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:979022-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].