Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
boliviensis
ID:
290617

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bradea 2: 201 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289949



Common Names

  • Bolivian Aspidogyne
  • Bolivian Aspidogyn
  • Bolivian Aspidogyns


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Synonyms

  • Physurus boliviensis Cogn. in Kuntze [unknown]
  • Erythrodes cylindrostachys Garay [unknown]
  • Erythrodes boliviensis (Cogn.) Dodson & M.W.Chase [unknown]

Description

Aspidogyne boliviensis (also called Bolivian Aspidogyne, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small evergreen shrub growing up to 2 m tall. It is found in dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands, often in association with other shrubs.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidogyne boliviensis has been used for furniture making, flooring, and firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidogyne boliviensis has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidogyne boliviensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Aspidogyne boliviensis

Aspidogyne boliviensis can be found in Bolivia.

Aspidogyne boliviensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidogyne boliviensis?

Aspidogyne boliviensis

What is the common name of Aspidogyne boliviensis?

Bolivian Aspidogyne

What is the natural habitat of Aspidogyne boliviensis?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Aspidogyne genus

Aspidogyne argentea, Aspidogyne bidentifera, Aspidogyne boliviensis, Aspidogyne brachyrrhyncha, Aspidogyne bruxelii, Aspidogyne commelinoides, Aspidogyne confusa, Aspidogyne decora, Aspidogyne fimbrillaris, Aspidogyne foliosa, Aspidogyne hylibates, Aspidogyne hyphaematica, Aspidogyne kuczynskii, Aspidogyne lindleyana, Aspidogyne longicornu, Aspidogyne malmei, Aspidogyne metallescens, Aspidogyne multifoliata, Aspidogyne mystacina, Aspidogyne pumila, Aspidogyne rariflora, Aspidogyne repens, Aspidogyne robusta, Aspidogyne serripetala, Aspidogyne steyermarkii, Aspidogyne stictophylla, Aspidogyne tuerckheimii, Aspidogyne utriculata, Aspidogyne mosaica, Aspidogyne gigantea, Aspidogyne vesiculosa, Aspidogyne grandis, Aspidogyne grayumii, Aspidogyne herzogii, Aspidogyne misera, Aspidogyne popayanensis, Aspidogyne roseoalba, Aspidogyne zonata, Aspidogyne carauchana, Aspidogyne chocoensis, Aspidogyne cruciformis, Aspidogyne goaltalensis, Aspidogyne longibracteata, Aspidogyne mendoncae, Aspidogyne rotundifolia, Aspidogyne sumacoensis, Aspidogyne costaricensis, Aspidogyne harlingii, Aspidogyne alajuelae, Aspidogyne amazonica,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17196: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.