Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
aspera
ID:
562969

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 172 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562301



Common Names

  • Bellonia aspera
  • Rough Bellonia
  • Aspera Bellonia


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Synonyms

  • Columnea divaricata Walp. [unknown]

Description

Bellonia aspera (also called 'Rough Bellonia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Bellonia aspera is used as an ornamental plant and can be used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bellonia aspera has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bellonia aspera is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is hardy in USDA zones 8-11.

Where to Find Bellonia aspera

Bellonia aspera is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Bellonia aspera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bellonia aspera?

Bellonia aspera

What is the family of Bellonia aspera?

Myrtaceae

What is the common name of Bellonia aspera?

Rough Bellonia

Species in the Bellonia genus

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References