Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Decne.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 12: 103 (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568922
Common Names
- Boquila Trifoliolata
- Trifoliolata Boquila
- Boquila Trifoliolata Plant
Synonyms
- Lardizabala discolor Kunze ex Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
- Boquila discolor Decne. [unknown]
- Dolichos funarius Molina [valid]
- Lardizabala trifoliolata DC. [unknown]
Description
Boquila trifoliolata (also called 'Trifoliolate Boquila', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has long, slender stems and trifoliolate leaves with entire margins. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Boquila trifoliolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Boquila trifoliolata is white with yellowish-green veins, and it has a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Boquila trifoliolata is a terrestrial orchid that grows in moist, shady areas. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be planted in a pot with a mix of orchid bark and perlite. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced orchid fertilizer. Propagation is done through division of the plant or by seed.
Where to Find Boquila trifoliolata
Boquila trifoliolata is native to Colombia and Ecuador and can be found in moist tropical forests.
Boquila trifoliolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Boquila trifoliolata?
Boquila trifoliolata
What is the common name of Boquila trifoliolata?
Trifoliolata Boquila
Where is Boquila trifoliolata found?
Boquila trifoliolata is found in South America, specifically in Argentina and Chile.
Species in the Boquila genus
Species in the Lardizabalaceae family
Akebia longeracemosa,
Akebia pentaphylla,
Akebia quinata,
Akebia trifoliata,
Akebia apetala,
Akebia longisepala,
Boquila trifoliolata,
Decaisnea fargesii,
Decaisnea insignis,
Lardizabala funaria,
Sargentodoxa cuneata,
Sinofranchetia chinensis,
Stauntonia latifolia,
Stauntonia angustifolia,
Stauntonia chinensis,
Stauntonia hexaphylla,
Stauntonia filamentosa,
Stauntonia maculata,
Stauntonia trinervia,
Stauntonia obovatifoliola,
Stauntonia oligophylla,
Stauntonia yaoshanensis,
Stauntonia conspicua,
Stauntonia parviflora,
Stauntonia purpurea,
Stauntonia obcordatilimba,
Stauntonia cavalerieana,
Stauntonia duclouxii,
Stauntonia decora,
Stauntonia brunoniana,
Stauntonia libera,
Stauntonia obovata,
Stauntonia brachyandra,
Stauntonia chapaensis,
Stauntonia coriacea,
Stauntonia crassifolia,
Stauntonia grandiflora,
Stauntonia linearifolia,
Stauntonia medogensis,
Stauntonia pterocaulis,