Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
formosa
ID:
826786

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Wimm.) Jeppesen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 14(188): 22 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000826120



Common Names

  • Formosa Burmeistera
  • Formosa Vine
  • Formosa Climber


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Description

Burmeistera formosa (also called Beautiful Burmeistera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Campanulaceae. It is native to Colombia and is found in moist, shady habitats. It is an evergreen shrub with small, oval leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Burmeistera formosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright, colorful flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Burmeistera formosa 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 formosa is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Burmeistera formosa

Burmeistera formosa can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Burmeistera formosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Burmeistera formosa?

Burmeistera formosa

What is the common name of Burmeistera formosa?

Beautiful Burmeistera

What is the natural habitat of Burmeistera formosa?

Burmeistera formosa is native to Colombia

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-363593: Based on the initial data import
Franz Elfried Wimmer (1881-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Wimm.' in the authors string.
Stig Jeppesen (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeppesen' in the authors string.