Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
flexuosa
ID:
327026

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, XVII: 181 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326358

Common Names

  • Bernardia flexuosa
  • Flexuosa Bernardia
  • Flexuosa Ball Orchid

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Description

Bernardia flexuosa (also called Flexuous Bernardia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is an evergreen shrub with long, thin branches and small, glossy leaves. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bernardia flexuosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bernardia flexuosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bernardia flexuosa 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 rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Bernardia flexuosa

Bernardia flexuosa is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Bernardia flexuosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bernardia flexuosa?

Bernardia flexuosa

What is the common name of Bernardia flexuosa?

Flexuosa Bernardia

What is the natural habitat of Bernardia flexuosa?

Tropical forests

Species in the Bernardia genus

Bernardia alarici, Bernardia albida, Bernardia amazonica, Bernardia argentinensis, Bernardia asplundii, Bernardia axillaris, Bernardia brevipes, Bernardia caperoniifolia, Bernardia carpinifolia, Bernardia celastrinea, Bernardia chiapensis, Bernardia colombiana, Bernardia confertifolia, Bernardia corensis, Bernardia crassifolia, Bernardia dichotoma, Bernardia dodecandra, Bernardia flexuosa, Bernardia fruticulosa, Bernardia gambosa, Bernardia gardneri, Bernardia geniculata, Bernardia gentryana, Bernardia hagelundii, Bernardia hassleriana, Bernardia heteropilosa, Bernardia hirsutissima, Bernardia incana, Bernardia jacquiniana, Bernardia kochii, Bernardia lagunensis, Bernardia lanceifolia, Bernardia laurentii, Bernardia leptostachys, Bernardia longipedunculata, Bernardia macrophylla, Bernardia mayana, Bernardia mazatlana, Bernardia mexicana, Bernardia micrantha, Bernardia mollis, Bernardia multicaulis, Bernardia myricifolia, Bernardia nicaraguensis, Bernardia oblanceolata, Bernardia obovata, Bernardia odonellii, Bernardia ovalifolia, Bernardia ovata, Bernardia paraguariensis,

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-20698: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.