Status:
valid
Authors:
J.F.Macbr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 11: 32 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833187
Common Names
- Bolivari Gunnera
- Giant Rhubarb
- Giant Gunnera
Description
Gunnera bolivari (also called 'Bolivar's Gunnera', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with long-stalked, deeply divided leaves. It is native to South America and typically grows in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Gunnera bolivari is an ornamental plant, used in landscaping and as a shade tree. It is also used for its medicinal properties and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gunnera bolivari has a small, yellow flower with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem with a small, round leaf at the tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gunnera bolivari is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Gunnera bolivari
Gunnera bolivari can be found in tropical rainforests in South and Central America.
Gunnera bolivari FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gunnera bolivari?
Gunnera bolivari
What is the natural habitat of Gunnera bolivari?
It is native to Mexico and Guatemala.
What are the characteristics of Gunnera bolivari?
It is a perennial herb with large, lobed leaves and bright yellow flowers.
Species in the Gunnera genus
Gunnera morae,
Gunnera aequatoriensis,
Gunnera albocarpa,
Gunnera annae,
Gunnera antioquensis,
Gunnera apiculata,
Gunnera arenaria,
Gunnera atropurpurea,
Gunnera berteroi,
Gunnera bogotana,
Gunnera bolivari,
Gunnera boliviana,
Gunnera bracteata,
Gunnera brephogea,
Gunnera caucana,
Gunnera colombiana,
Gunnera cordifolia,
Gunnera cuatrecasasii,
Gunnera densiflora,
Gunnera dentata,
Gunnera diazii,
Gunnera flavida,
Gunnera garciae-barrigae,
Gunnera hamiltonii,
Gunnera hernandezii,
Gunnera herteri,
Gunnera insignis,
Gunnera katherine-wilsoniae,
Gunnera kauaiensis,
Gunnera killipiana,
Gunnera lobata,
Gunnera lozanoi,
Gunnera macrophylla,
Gunnera magellanica,
Gunnera magnifica,
Gunnera manicata,
Gunnera margaretae,
Gunnera masafuerae,
Gunnera mexicana,
Gunnera mixta,
Gunnera monoica,
Gunnera peltata,
Gunnera perpensa,
Gunnera peruviana,
Gunnera petaloidea,
Gunnera pilosa,
Gunnera pittieriana,
Gunnera prorepens,
Gunnera quitoensis,
Gunnera reniformis,
Species in the Gunneraceae family
Gunnera morae,
Gunnera aequatoriensis,
Gunnera albocarpa,
Gunnera annae,
Gunnera antioquensis,
Gunnera apiculata,
Gunnera arenaria,
Gunnera atropurpurea,
Gunnera berteroi,
Gunnera bogotana,
Gunnera bolivari,
Gunnera boliviana,
Gunnera bracteata,
Gunnera brephogea,
Gunnera caucana,
Gunnera colombiana,
Gunnera cordifolia,
Gunnera cuatrecasasii,
Gunnera densiflora,
Gunnera dentata,
Gunnera diazii,
Gunnera flavida,
Gunnera garciae-barrigae,
Gunnera hamiltonii,
Gunnera hernandezii,
Gunnera herteri,
Gunnera insignis,
Gunnera katherine-wilsoniae,
Gunnera kauaiensis,
Gunnera killipiana,
Gunnera lobata,
Gunnera lozanoi,
Gunnera macrophylla,
Gunnera magellanica,
Gunnera magnifica,
Gunnera manicata,
Gunnera margaretae,
Gunnera masafuerae,
Gunnera mexicana,
Gunnera mixta,
Gunnera monoica,
Gunnera peltata,
Gunnera perpensa,
Gunnera peruviana,
Gunnera petaloidea,
Gunnera pilosa,
Gunnera pittieriana,
Gunnera prorepens,
Gunnera quitoensis,
Gunnera reniformis,