Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
boliviana
ID:
696586

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 20: 140 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695919

Common Names

  • Geissanthus boliviana
  • Bolivian Geissanthus
  • Bolivian Star

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Description

Geissanthus boliviana (also called Bolivian Geissanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant, typically growing to a height of 10–15 cm. It is native to South America and is found in a variety of habitats, from grasslands to woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Geissanthus boliviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Geissanthus boliviana are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geissanthus boliviana is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It has leathery, oval-shaped leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to Bolivia and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Geissanthus boliviana

Geissanthus boliviana can be found in the Andes mountains of Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador and Colombia.

Geissanthus boliviana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geissanthus boliviana?

Geissanthus boliviana

What is the common name of Geissanthus boliviana?

Bolivian Geissanthus

What is the natural habitat of Geissanthus boliviana?

Geissanthus boliviana is found in the mountains of Bolivia.

Species in the Geissanthus genus

Geissanthus abditus, Geissanthus ambiguus, Geissanthus andinus, Geissanthus angustiflorus, Geissanthus argutus, Geissanthus bangii, Geissanthus barraganus, Geissanthus betancurii, Geissanthus bogotensis, Geissanthus boliviana, Geissanthus callejasii, Geissanthus carchianus, Geissanthus cestrifolius, Geissanthus challuayacus, Geissanthus cogolloi, Geissanthus dentatus, Geissanthus durifolius, Geissanthus ecuadorensis, Geissanthus fallenae, Geissanthus floccosus, Geissanthus floribundus, Geissanthus fragrans, Geissanthus francoae, Geissanthus furfuraceus, Geissanthus glaber, Geissanthus goudotianus, Geissanthus haenkeanus, Geissanthus kalbreyeri, Geissanthus lehmannii, Geissanthus lepidotus, Geissanthus longistamineus, Geissanthus longistylus, Geissanthus mameicillo, Geissanthus mezianus, Geissanthus multiflorus, Geissanthus myrianthus, Geissanthus occidentalis, Geissanthus pentlandii, Geissanthus perpuncticulosus, Geissanthus peruvianus, Geissanthus pichinchae, Geissanthus pyramidatus, Geissanthus quindiensis, Geissanthus sararensis, Geissanthus scrobiculatus, Geissanthus serulatus, Geissanthus sessiliflorus, Geissanthus sodiroanus, Geissanthus spectabilis, Geissanthus submembranaceus,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

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