Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
boltonii
ID:
350329

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 19: 340 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000349661



Common Names

  • Bolton's Bonatea
  • Bolton's Fox Bonatea
  • Bolton's Star Bonatea


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Synonyms

  • Habenaria boltonii Harv. [unknown]

Description

Bonatea boltonii (also called Bolton's Bonatea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a tufted habit and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to South Africa, and is found in moist meadows, woodlands, and other areas with moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Bonatea boltonii is an ornamental plant that can be used in borders, rock gardens, and as a groundcover. It is also drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. The plant is attractive to bees, butterflies, and birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bonatea boltonii has a small, yellowish flower, with a single seed in the center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bonatea boltonii is a perennial plant that can be cultivated in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizomes in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take up to two years to reach maturity.

Where to Find Bonatea boltonii

Bonatea boltonii can be found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.

Bonatea boltonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bonatea boltonii?

Bonatea boltonii

What is the common name of Bonatea boltonii?

Bolton's bonatea

What is the habitat of Bonatea boltonii?

It is found in moist woods, wet meadows, and along streams and ponds

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,

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