Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
350652

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 4: 43 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000349984



Common Names

  • Speciose Bonatea
  • Speciose Bonnet
  • Speciose Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Orchis speciosa L.f. [unknown]
  • Bonatea densiflora Sond. [unknown]
  • Habenaria bonatea Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Habenaria densiflora Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Habenaria robusta N.E.Br. [illegitimate]
  • Bonatea speciosa speciosa [unknown]

Description

Bonatea speciosa (also called Showy 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 speciosa is a perennial herb used in traditional African medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bonatea speciosa 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 speciosa can be propagated by division or seed. Division is best done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring in a moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be lightly covered and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plants should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Bonatea speciosa

Bonatea speciosa can be found in South Africa.

Bonatea speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bonatea speciosa?

Bonatea speciosa

What is the family of Bonatea speciosa?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bonatea speciosa?

Showy 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,

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