Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
spinosa
ID:
562970

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. : 41 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562302



Common Names

  • Bellonia spinosa
  • Spiny Bellonia
  • Spinosa Bellonia


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Description

Bellonia spinosa (also called 'Spiny 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 spinosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

Where to Find Bellonia spinosa

Bellonia spinosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Bellonia spinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bellonia spinosa?

Bellonia spinosa

What is the family of Bellonia spinosa?

Myrtaceae

What is the common name of Bellonia spinosa?

Spiny 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,

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