Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
boliviana
ID:
982942

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 7: 109 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000982280



Common Names

  • Hieronyma boliviana
  • Bolivian Hieronyma
  • Boliviana Hieronyma


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Description

Hieronyma boliviana (also called Bolivian Hieronyma, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hieronyma boliviana is used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, as a natural insect repellent, and as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hieronyma boliviana has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in small, round heads. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieronyma boliviana is a terrestrial orchid that prefers a well-drained soil with a neutral pH. It can be grown in a variety of soils, from sandy to clay. Propagation is usually done through division of the rhizomes. It can also be propagated through seed, but this is a slow and difficult process.

Where to Find Hieronyma boliviana

Hieronyma boliviana can be found in the tropical regions of South America, from Colombia to Argentina.

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