Status:
valid
Authors:
P.I.Forst. & E.J.Thomps.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 4: 597 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761953
Common Names
- Borya inopinata
- Inopinata Lily
- Inopinata Climbing Lily
Description
Borya inopinata (also called Inopinata Borya, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Liliaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is found in grasslands and woodlands. It has a clumping habit and can reach up to 1 meter in height. Its flowers are white to yellowish-green in color.
Uses & Benefits
Borya inopinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Borya inopinata is a white, bell-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Borya inopinata is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division. It prefers a well-drained soil in a shady location. The plant can be divided in the spring or fall and should be kept moist but not wet. A light fertilization in the spring will help promote growth.
Where to Find Borya inopinata
Borya inopinata can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.
Borya inopinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Borya inopinata?
Borya inopinata
What is the natural habitat of Borya inopinata?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
What is the flower color of Borya inopinata?
Orange or yellow
Species in the Borya genus
Borya constricta,
Borya inopinata,
Borya jabirabela,
Borya laciniata,
Borya longiscapa,
Borya mirabilis,
Borya nitida,
Borya scirpoidea,
Borya septentrionalis,
Borya sphaerocephala,
Borya subulata,
Species in the Boryaceae family
Alania cunninghamii,
Borya constricta,
Borya inopinata,
Borya jabirabela,
Borya laciniata,
Borya longiscapa,
Borya mirabilis,
Borya nitida,
Borya scirpoidea,
Borya septentrionalis,
Borya sphaerocephala,
Borya subulata,
References
E.John Thompson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.J.Thomps.' in the authors string.