Boopis pusilla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pusilla
ID:
569567
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 33: 105 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568899
Common Names
- Boopis Pusilla
- Pusilla Boopis
- Boopis Pusilla Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Boopis pusilla (also called 'Dwarf Boopis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has long, slender stems and ovate leaves with entire margins. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Boopis pusilla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Boopis pusilla is white with yellowish-green veins, and it has a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Boopis pusilla is a terrestrial orchid that grows in moist, shady areas. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be planted in a pot with a mix of orchid bark and perlite. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced orchid fertilizer. Propagation is done through division of the plant or by seed.
Where to Find Boopis pusilla
Boopis pusilla is native to Colombia and Ecuador and can be found in moist tropical forests.
Boopis pusilla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Boopis pusilla?
Boopis pusilla
What is the common name of Boopis pusilla?
Pusilla Boopis
Where is Boopis pusilla found?
Boopis pusilla is found in South America, specifically in Argentina and Chile.
Species in the Boopis genus
Boopis andicola, Boopis anthemoides, Boopis australis, Boopis breviscapa, Boopis bupleuroides, Boopis castillonii, Boopis chubutensis, Boopis filifolia, Boopis gracilis, Boopis graminea, Boopis itatiaiae, Boopis juergensii, Boopis multicaulis, Boopis patagonica, Boopis pusilla, Boopis raffaellii, Boopis pterocalyx, Boopis necronensis,
Species in the Calyceraceae family
Acicarpha bonariensis, Acicarpha obtusisepala, Acicarpha procumbens, Acicarpha runcinata, Acicarpha tribuloides, Boopis andicola, Boopis anthemoides, Boopis australis, Boopis breviscapa, Boopis bupleuroides, Boopis castillonii, Boopis chubutensis, Boopis filifolia, Boopis gracilis, Boopis graminea, Boopis itatiaiae, Boopis juergensii, Boopis multicaulis, Boopis patagonica, Boopis pusilla, Boopis raffaellii, Boopis pterocalyx, Boopis necronensis, Calycera balsamitifolia, Calycera boopidea, Calycera calcitrapa, Calycera crassifolia, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera herbacea, Calycera horrida, Calycera lanata, Calycera leucanthema, Calycera pulvinata, Calycera sessiliflora, Calycera sympaganthera, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera leucanthema, Gamocarpha alpina, Gamocarpha angustifolia, Gamocarpha dentata, Gamocarpha gilliesii, Gamocarpha ligulata, Gamocarpha polycephala, Gamocarpha selliana, Moschopsis caleopuensis, Moschopsis leyboldi, Moschopsis monocephala, Moschopsis rosulata, Moschopsis subandina, Moschopsis trilobata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2679627: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.