Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
cochlearioides
ID:
575395

Status:
valid

Authors:
Murray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1777

Citation Micro:
Novi Comment. Soc. Regiae Sci. Gott. 8: 42 (1777)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574727



Common Names

  • Cochlear Borage
  • Cochlearioides Borage
  • Spoon-leaved Borage


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Synonyms

  • Bunias tcheliensis Debeaux [unknown]
  • Leiocarpaea cochlearioides (Murray) D.A.German & Al-Shehbaz [unknown]

Description

Bunias cochlearioides (also called White-flowered Bunias, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a rosette of leaves and grows up to 1 m tall. Its flowers are white and its fruits are round and up to 1 cm in diameter. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bunias cochlearioides is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in terrariums and as a houseplant. It is also used to make wreaths and other decorative items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bunias cochlearioides has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bunias cochlearioides is a shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer or from seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sheltered spot in the spring and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a mix of sand and peat.

Where to Find Bunias cochlearioides

Bunias cochlearioides is native to Central and South America.

Bunias cochlearioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bunias cochlearioides?

Bunias cochlearioides

What is the natural habitat of Bunias cochlearioides?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the average size of Bunias cochlearioides?

2-4 m in height

Species in the Bunias genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

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