Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vahl) C.A.Mey.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Verz. Pfl. Casp. Meer. : 108 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574716
Common Names
- Trifid Borage
- Trifida Borage
- Three-lobed Borage
Description
Bungea trifida (also called Three-lobed bungea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Central Asia. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open woodlands, scrub, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Bungea trifida is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in terrariums and as a houseplant. It is also used to make wreaths and other decorative items.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bungea trifida has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bungea trifida is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Bungea trifida
Bungea trifida is native to Central and South America.
Bungea trifida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bungea trifida?
Bungea trifida
What is the natural habitat of Bungea trifida?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
What is the average size of Bungea trifida?
2-4 m in height
Species in the Bungea genus
Species in the Orobanchaceae family
Aeginetia indica,
Aeginetia mirabilis,
Aeginetia mpomii,
Aeginetia selebica,
Aeginetia sessilis,
Aeginetia sinensis,
Aeginetia flava,
Aeginetia acaulis,
Agalinis angustifolia,
Agalinis aphylla,
Agalinis aspera,
Agalinis auriculata,
Agalinis bandeirensis,
Agalinis bangii,
Agalinis brachyphylla,
Agalinis calycina,
Agalinis chaparensis,
Agalinis communis,
Agalinis decemloba,
Agalinis densiflora,
Agalinis digitalis,
Agalinis divaricata,
Agalinis edwardsiana,
Agalinis fasciculata,
Agalinis fiebrigii,
Agalinis filicaulis,
Agalinis filifolia,
Agalinis gattingeri,
Agalinis genistifolia,
Agalinis gypsophila,
Agalinis heterophylla,
Agalinis homalantha,
Agalinis humilis,
Agalinis itambensis,
Agalinis kingsii,
Agalinis lanceolata,
Agalinis laxa,
Agalinis linarioides,
Agalinis linifolia,
Agalinis maritima,
Agalinis megalantha,
Agalinis meyeniana,
Agalinis nana,
Agalinis navasotensis,
Agalinis neoscotica,
Agalinis obtusifolia,
Agalinis oligophylla,
Agalinis peduncularis,
Agalinis pennellii,
Agalinis plukenetii,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:800115-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].