Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
boumiensis
ID:
1318143

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Cusset) Cheek

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 71(4)-55: 2 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330597



Common Names

  • Boumiensis Inversodicraea
  • Inversodicraea Boumiensis
  • Boumiensis Inversodicraea Tree


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Description

Inversodicraea boumiensis (also called Boumien's Inversodicraea, among many other common names) is a low-growing, perennial plant native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has small, leathery, evergreen leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in rocky, alpine meadows and on rocky slopes and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Inversodicraea boumiensis is an ornamental plant that is grown for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inversodicraea boumiensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in panicles. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inversodicraea boumiensis is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated through seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering.

Where to Find Inversodicraea boumiensis

Inversodicraea boumiensis is found in the tropical rainforests of Central Africa.

Inversodicraea boumiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inversodicraea boumiensis?

Inversodicraea boumiensis

What is the common name of Inversodicraea boumiensis?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Inversodicraea boumiensis?

It is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

Martin Cheek (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cheek' in the authors string.
Colette Cusset (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Cusset' in the authors string.