Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baill.) H.Perrier
Source:
iplants
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Colon. Marseille , sér. 5, 6(1): 16 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779612
Common Names
- Stereospermum boivini
- Boivin's Stereospermum
- Boivini Stereospermum
Description
Stereospermum boivini (also called Indian trumpet flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Stereospermum boivini is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stereospermum boivini is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stereospermum boivini is a small, evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early fall and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.
Where to Find Stereospermum boivini
Stereospermum boivini is native to Brazil and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Stereospermum boivini FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stereospermum boivini?
Stereospermum boivini
What is the common name of Stereospermum boivini?
Boivin's Stereospermum
Where is Stereospermum boivini native to?
India
Species in the Stereospermum genus
Stereospermum tomentosum,
Stereospermum undatum,
Stereospermum strigilosum,
Stereospermum variabile,
Stereospermum acuminatissimum,
Stereospermum angustifolium,
Stereospermum annamense,
Stereospermum boivini,
Stereospermum chelonoides,
Stereospermum cylindricum,
Stereospermum euphorioides,
Stereospermum arcuatum,
Stereospermum harmsianum,
Stereospermum fimbriatum,
Stereospermum hildebrandtii,
Stereospermum kunthianum,
Stereospermum leonense,
Stereospermum longiflorum,
Stereospermum nematocarpum,
Stereospermum rhoifolium,
Stereospermum neuranthum,
Stereospermum zenkeri,
Stereospermum gentryi,
Stereospermum randrianaivoi,
Stereospermum boivinii,
Stereospermum fimbriatum,
Stereospermum nematocarpum,
Stereospermum strigillosum,
Stereospermum binhchauense,
Stereospermum colais,
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:110770-1: 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].