Status:
valid
Authors:
D.F.Austin
Source:
tro
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Fl. Venezuela 8(3): 40 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299321
Common Names
- Bonamia apurensis
- Apurensis Bonamia
- Apurensis Morning Glory
Description
Bonamia apurensis (also called Apure Bonamia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with leathery, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America and typically grows in moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bonamia apurensis is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bonamia apurensis are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bonamia apurensis is an evergreen shrub with leathery, oval leaves and small, white flowers in summer. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or softwood cuttings.
Where to Find Bonamia apurensis
Bonamia apurensis is native to Venezuela.
Bonamia apurensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bonamia apurensis?
Bonamia apurensis
What is the common name of Bonamia apurensis?
Apure Bonamia
What type of plant is Bonamia apurensis?
Tree
Species in the Bonamia genus
Bonamia abscissa,
Bonamia brevifolia,
Bonamia densiflora,
Bonamia dietrichiana,
Bonamia elegans,
Bonamia media,
Bonamia oblongifolia,
Bonamia sedderoides,
Bonamia velutina,
Bonamia langsdorffii,
Bonamia capitata,
Bonamia alatisemina,
Bonamia deserticola,
Bonamia erecta,
Bonamia jiviorum,
Bonamia gabonensis,
Bonamia nzabii,
Bonamia menziesii,
Bonamia tsivory,
Bonamia semidigyna,
Bonamia boivinii,
Bonamia linearis,
Bonamia multicaulis,
Bonamia rosea,
Bonamia ankaranensis,
Bonamia sphaerocephala,
Bonamia mossambicensis,
Bonamia agrostopolis,
Bonamia balansae,
Bonamia boliviana,
Bonamia ferruginea,
Bonamia maripoides,
Bonamia peruviana,
Bonamia sericea,
Bonamia subsessilis,
Bonamia trichantha,
Bonamia umbellata,
Bonamia sulphurea,
Bonamia ovalifolia,
Bonamia grandiflora,
Bonamia alternifolia,
Bonamia spectabilis,
Bonamia leonii,
Bonamia holtii,
Bonamia repens,
Bonamia kuhlmannii,
Bonamia vignei,
Bonamia apikiensis,
Bonamia longitubulosa,
Bonamia thunbergiana,
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii,
Aniseia martinicensis,
Aniseia argentina,
Aniseia luxurians,
Argyreia adpressa,
Argyreia apoensis,
Argyreia arakuensis,
Argyreia atropurpurea,
Argyreia barbata,
Argyreia barbigera,
Argyreia barnesii,
Argyreia bifrons,
Argyreia boholensis,
Argyreia boseana,
Argyreia bracteosa,
Argyreia breviscapa,
Argyreia caudata,
Argyreia celebica,
Argyreia cinerea,
Argyreia coacta,
Argyreia confusa,
Argyreia congesta,
Argyreia coonoorensis,
Argyreia corneri,
Argyreia crispa,
Argyreia cucullata,
Argyreia cymosa,
Argyreia daltonii,
Argyreia discolor,
Argyreia elliptica,
Argyreia erinacea,
Argyreia fulgens,
Argyreia glabra,
Argyreia hancorniifolia,
Argyreia hirsutissima,
Argyreia hookeri,
Argyreia involucrata,
Argyreia kerrii,
Argyreia kleiniana,
Argyreia kunstleri,
Argyreia kurzii,
Argyreia lamii,
Argyreia lanceolata,
Argyreia laotica,
Argyreia lawii,
Argyreia leschenaultii,
Argyreia linggaensis,
Argyreia longifolia,
Argyreia luzonensis,
Argyreia maingayi,