Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
heteropilosa
ID:
327137

Status:
valid

Authors:
McVaugh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 13: 155 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326469



Common Names

  • Bernardia heteropilosa
  • Heteropilose Bernardia
  • Hairy Bernardia


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Description

Bernardia heteropilosa (also called Heteropilose Bernardia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central America and northern South America. It has an upright growth habit, with thick, leathery leaves and small, fragrant flowers. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, often in scrublands or grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bernardia heteropilosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bernardia heteropilosa is yellow and bell-shaped, with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bernardia heteropilosa is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or in the garden. It prefers bright indirect light and moist soil. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer, and seed should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist.

Where to Find Bernardia heteropilosa

Bernardia heteropilosa can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Bernardia heteropilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bernardia heteropilosa?

Bernardia heteropilosa

What type of plant is Bernardia heteropilosa?

Tree

Where does Bernardia heteropilosa grow?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

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-20710: Based on the initial data import
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.