Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baill.) H.Perrier
Source:
iplants
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Colon. Marseille , sér. 5, 6(1): 23 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000780721
Common Names
- Rhodocolea boivinii
- Boivin's Rhodocolea
- Boivin's Tree
Description
Rhodocolea boivinii (also called 'Boivin's Rhodocolea' among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has yellow flowers and green, elliptic leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, growing in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rhodocolea boivinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for making furniture and musical instruments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhodocolea boivinii has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhodocolea boivinii can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Rhodocolea boivinii
Rhodocolea boivinii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Rhodocolea boivinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhodocolea boivinii?
Rhodocolea boivinii
What is the common name of Rhodocolea boivinii?
Blue Trumpet Tree
Where does Rhodocolea boivinii grow?
Central and South America
Species in the Rhodocolea genus
Rhodocolea racemosa,
Rhodocolea involucrata,
Rhodocolea linearis,
Rhodocolea perrieri,
Rhodocolea telfairiae,
Rhodocolea nobilis,
Rhodocolea boivinii,
Rhodocolea lemuriphila,
Rhodocolea multiflora,
Rhodocolea humbertii,
Rhodocolea parvifoliolata,
Rhodocolea ranirisonii,
Rhodocolea parviflora,
Rhodocolea magnifica,
Rhodocolea compressa,
Rhodocolea humblotiana,
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:110550-1: 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].