Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
anderssonii
ID:
826739

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jeppesen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 14(188): 26 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000826073



Common Names

  • Burmeistera Anderssonii
  • Andersson's Burmeistera
  • Andersson Burmeistera


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Description

Burmeistera anderssonii (also called Andersson's Burmeistera, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It grows up to 4 meters tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Burmeistera anderssonii is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas, and its leaves can be used to make a herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Burmeistera anderssonii has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Burmeistera anderssonii can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. To propagate by division, divide the rhizomes in spring or early summer. To propagate by stem cuttings, take cuttings from the stem tips in spring or early summer. Plant the cuttings in moist, well-draining soil and keep them in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Burmeistera anderssonii

Burmeistera anderssonii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Burmeistera anderssonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Burmeistera anderssonii?

Burmeistera anderssonii

What is the common name of Burmeistera anderssonii?

Andersson's Burmeistera

What is the natural habitat of Burmeistera anderssonii?

Burmeistera anderssonii is native to Costa Rica and Panama

Species in the Burmeistera genus

Burmeistera acuminata, Burmeistera aeribacca, Burmeistera almedae, Burmeistera anderssonii, Burmeistera arbusculifera, Burmeistera asclepiadea, Burmeistera aspera, Burmeistera asplundii, Burmeistera auriculata, Burmeistera borjensis, Burmeistera brachyandra, Burmeistera breviflora, Burmeistera brighamioides, Burmeistera caldasensis, Burmeistera carnosa, Burmeistera ceratocarpa, Burmeistera chiriquiensis, Burmeistera chirripoensis, Burmeistera coleoides, Burmeistera connivens, Burmeistera corei, Burmeistera crassifolia, Burmeistera crebra, Burmeistera crispiloba, Burmeistera curviandra, Burmeistera cyclostigmata, Burmeistera cylindrocarpa, Burmeistera darienensis, Burmeistera dendrophila, Burmeistera dichlora, Burmeistera domingensis, Burmeistera dukei, Burmeistera estrellana, Burmeistera fimbriata, Burmeistera formosa, Burmeistera fruticosa, Burmeistera fuscoapicata, Burmeistera glabrata, Burmeistera glauca, Burmeistera globosa, Burmeistera hammelii, Burmeistera hippobromoides, Burmeistera holm-nielsenii, Burmeistera huacamayensis, Burmeistera ibaguensis, Burmeistera ignimontis, Burmeistera intii, Burmeistera kalbreyeri, Burmeistera killipii, Burmeistera kirkbridei,

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-363550: Based on the initial data import
Stig Jeppesen (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeppesen' in the authors string.