Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
brevifolia
ID:
156032

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Myint

Source:
ipni

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Union Burma J. Life Sci. 1: 33 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000155361

Common Names

  • Short-flowered Bonamia
  • Short-flowered Bonamia Vine
  • Short-flowered Bonamia Creeper

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Description

Bonamia brevifolia (also called Short-leaved Woodrose, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a climbing shrub found in moist, shady places, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Bonamia brevifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments. It is also used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine and is known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bonamia brevifolia is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with white-green leaves and a yellow stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bonamia brevifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Bonamia brevifolia

Bonamia brevifolia is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Bonamia brevifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bonamia brevifolia?

Bonamia brevifolia

What is the common name of Bonamia brevifolia?

Short-leaved Bonamia

What is the natural habitat of Bonamia brevifolia?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

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,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Tin Myint (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Myint' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:265407-1: Based on the initial data import