Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rosea
ID:
446125

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 26: 23 (-24), pl. 4. 1978

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445457



Common Names

  • Buchtienia rosea
  • Rose Buchtienia
  • Rose Water-starwort


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Synonyms

  • Buchtienia boliviensis rosea (Garay) Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Buchtienia rosea (also called Rose Buchtienia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean and South America. It has long, thin stems and small, white, star-shaped flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Buchtienia rosea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Buchtienia rosea is a pinkish-white color with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buchtienia rosea is a perennial herb native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Buchtienia rosea

Buchtienia rosea is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.

Buchtienia rosea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buchtienia rosea?

Buchtienia rosea

What is the common name of Buchtienia rosea?

Rosea Buchtienia

Where is Buchtienia rosea found?

It is found in tropical Africa

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-24976: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.