Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
colombiana
ID:
319193

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Svensk Bot. Tidskr. 47: 196 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318525



Common Names

  • Colombian Baskervilla
  • Colombian Baskervilla Tree
  • Colombian Baskervilla Shrub


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Synonyms

  • Baskervilla nicaraguensis Hamer & Garay [unknown]

Description

Baskervilla colombiana (also called Colombian Basket Vine, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to Colombia. It has a twining habit and grows up to 4 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, glossy, dark green, and ovate. It is found in rainforest and in wet and dry sclerophyll forest.

Uses & Benefits

Baskervilla colombiana is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. It is also used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baskervilla colombiana has white flowers with a subtle fragrance. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baskervilla colombiana is a small evergreen shrub native to tropical Asia. It is usually propagated by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Once the cuttings are established, they should be transplanted into individual containers and grown in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Baskervilla colombiana

Baskervilla colombiana is native to Colombia.

Baskervilla colombiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baskervilla colombiana?

Baskervilla colombiana

What is the common name of Baskervilla colombiana?

Colombian Basket Vine

What is the natural habitat of Baskervilla colombiana?

Tropical rainforest

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-19948: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.