Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
fruticulosus
ID:
568865

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bory & Chaub.) Barkoudah

Source:
cmp

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Wentia 9: 164 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568197



Common Names

  • Fruticulosus Bolanthus
  • Fruticulosus Foamflower
  • Fruticulosus Indian Pipe


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Synonyms

  • Saponaria fruticulosa Bory & Chaub. [unknown]
  • Gypsophila fruticulosa Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Bolanthus fruticulosus (also called Fruticulose Bolandra, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a sprawling growth habit and produces small, white flowers. It is found in moist, open areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bolanthus fruticulosus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bolanthus fruticulosus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bolanthus fruticulosus is an evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and can be propagated by division or seed. It is a fast-growing plant and can reach maturity in as little as one year.

Where to Find Bolanthus fruticulosus

Bolanthus fruticulosus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Bolanthus fruticulosus FAQ

What is the common name of Bolanthus fruticulosus?

Fruticulosus Bolanthus

What is the natural habitat of Bolanthus fruticulosus?

Mountain meadows of Greece

What is the ideal temperature for Bolanthus fruticulosus?

50-60°F (10-15°C)

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2678899: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste Bory de Saint-Vincent (1778-1846): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bory' in the authors string.
Louis Athanase Chaubard (1781-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chaub.' in the authors string.
Youssef Ibrahim Barkoudah (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barkoudah' in the authors string.