Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
biglandulosum
ID:
568911

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franquet

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 2: 328 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568243



Common Names

  • Bolbostemma biglandulosum
  • Biglandulosum Bolbostemma
  • Bolbostemma Biglandulosum


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Synonyms

  • Actinostemma biglandulosa Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Bolbostemma biglandulosum sinuatolobulatum C.Y.Wu [unknown]
  • Actinostemma biglandulosum Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Hemsleya esquirolii H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Bolbostemma biglandulosum biglandulosum [unknown]

Description

Bolbostemma biglandulosum (also called Big-lobed Bolbostemma, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is characterized by its small white flowers and its big-lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Bolbostemma biglandulosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bolbostemma biglandulosum is a white-yellow star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bolbostemma biglandulosum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Bolbostemma biglandulosum

Bolbostemma biglandulosum can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Bolbostemma biglandulosum FAQ

What is the common name of Bolbostemma biglandulosum?

Large-gland Bolbostemma

What is the scientific name of Large-gland Bolbostemma?

Bolbostemma biglandulosum

What is the family of Bolbostemma biglandulosum?

Apiaceae

Species in the Bolbostemma genus

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

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