Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
mossambicensis
ID:
1297307

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hallier f.

Source:
tro

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 18: 91 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296645

Common Names

  • Bonamia mossambicensis
  • Mozambique Bonamia
  • Mozambique Vine

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Description

Bonamia mossambicensis (also called Mozambique Bonamia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mozambique. It has a spreading growth habit with a woody rootstock. The leaves are ovate to lanceolate and the flowers are white or pink. It grows in disturbed areas, fields, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bonamia mossambicensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover, as a border plant, and in containers. It is drought tolerant and can be used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bonamia mossambicensis has white, funnel-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bonamia mossambicensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Bonamia mossambicensis

Bonamia mossambicensis can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Bonamia mossambicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bonamia mossambicensis?

Bonamia mossambicensis

What is the common name of Bonamia mossambicensis?

Bonamia mossambicensis

Where is Bonamia mossambicensis found?

Bonamia mossambicensis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

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,

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