Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
venezuelana
ID:
328111

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 305 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327443



Common Names

  • Bernardia venezuelana
  • Venezuelana Bernardia
  • Venezuelana's Bernardia


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Description

Bernardia venezuelana (also called Venezuelan Bernardia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It grows in dry, open areas and has a slender stem with small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bernardia venezuelana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-microbial properties. It is also used to treat fever, stomach ailments, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bernardia venezuelana is yellow with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bernardia venezuelana is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in a container or in the ground. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Bernardia venezuelana

Bernardia venezuelana is native to Venezuela.

Bernardia venezuelana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bernardia venezuelana?

Bernardia venezuelana

What is the common name of Bernardia venezuelana?

Venezuelan Bernardia

What is the natural habitat of Bernardia venezuelana?

Tropical rainforests of Central and 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,

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