Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
saundersioides
ID:
350640

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kraenzl. & Schltr.) Cortesi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Rome) 2: 363 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000349972



Common Names

  • Saunders' Bonatea
  • Saunders' Bonnet
  • Saunders' Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Habenaria saundersioides Kraenzl. & Schltr. [unknown]
  • Habenaria umvotensis Rolfe [unknown]

Description

Bonatea saundersioides (also called Saunders' Bonatea, among many other common names) is a perennial plant species native to South Africa. It typically grows in wet meadows, marshes, and wet woods. This species has long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bonatea saundersioides is an ornamental plant that is often used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil or in areas where erosion is a problem. It is also used for erosion control on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bonatea saundersioides has a small, white flower and a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bonatea saundersioides is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or by seed. The seed should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and can be grown in containers. It can be divided every three to four years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Bonatea saundersioides

Bonatea saundersioides can be found in South Africa.

Bonatea saundersioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bonatea saundersioides?

Bonatea saundersioides

What is the family of Bonatea saundersioides?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bonatea saundersioides?

Saunders' Bonatea

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-22969: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Fabrizio Cortesi (1879-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cortesi' in the authors string.