Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
gambosa
ID:
327047

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 11(2): 391 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326379

Common Names

  • Bernardia gambosa
  • Gambosa Bernardia
  • Gambosa Ball Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Bernardia brasiliensis major Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Bernardia major Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Bernardia pulchella major Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Bernardia tamanduana major Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Bernardia gambosa (also called Gambose 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 gambosa is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bernardia gambosa 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 gambosa is a shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be kept moist but not wet and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bernardia gambosa

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

Bernardia gambosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bernardia gambosa?

Bernardia gambosa

What is the common name of Bernardia gambosa?

Gambosa Bernardia

What is the natural habitat of Bernardia gambosa?

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,

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