Barbosella portillae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
portillae
ID:
341642
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 88: 97 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340974
Common Names
- Barbosella
- Portillae Barbosella
- Tasmanian Portillae Barbosella
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Barbosella portillae (also called Portilla's Barbosella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Brazil and Paraguay. It typically grows in moist forests, in rocky areas, and in wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Barbosella portillae is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Barbosella portillae has yellow flowers with white centers, and the seeds are small, brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Barbosella portillae is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Barbosella portillae
Barbosella portillae is native to Peru and can be found in the departments of Amazonas, Cajamarca, and San Martín.
Barbosella portillae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barbosella portillae?
Barbosella portillae
What is the common name of Barbosella portillae?
Portilla's Barbosella
What type of plant is Barbosella portillae?
Herbaceous
Species in the Barbosella genus
Barbosella australis, Barbosella circinata, Barbosella cogniauxiana, Barbosella crassifolia, Barbosella cucullata, Barbosella dolichorhiza, Barbosella dusenii, Barbosella gardneri, Barbosella geminata, Barbosella macaheensis, Barbosella miersii, Barbosella orbicularis, Barbosella prorepens, Barbosella ricii, Barbosella schista, Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis, Barbosella trilobata, Barbosella vasquezii, Barbosella portillae,
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-221209: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.