Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Andersson & C.H.Perss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Novon 11: 373 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336016
Common Names
- Bertiera rugosa
- Rugose Bertiera
- Rugose Wild Petunia
Description
Bertiera rugosa (also called 'Rugose Bertiera', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Bertiera rugosa is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bertiera rugosa are white, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bertiera rugosa is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Bertiera rugosa
Bertiera rugosa is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas near rivers and streams.
Bertiera rugosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bertiera rugosa?
Bertiera rugosa
What is the common name of Bertiera rugosa?
Rugose Bertiera
What is the natural habitat of Bertiera rugosa?
Grasslands and open woodlands in Europe
Species in the Bertiera genus
Bertiera adamsii,
Bertiera aequatorialis,
Bertiera aethiopica,
Bertiera angusiana,
Bertiera angustifolia,
Bertiera annobonensis,
Bertiera arctistipula,
Bertiera batesii,
Bertiera bicarpellata,
Bertiera bistipulata,
Bertiera borbonica,
Bertiera bracteolata,
Bertiera bracteosa,
Bertiera breviflora,
Bertiera chevalieri,
Bertiera congolana,
Bertiera elabensis,
Bertiera fimbriata,
Bertiera globiceps,
Bertiera gonzaleoides,
Bertiera guianensis,
Bertiera iturensis,
Bertiera lanx,
Bertiera laurentii,
Bertiera laxa,
Bertiera laxissima,
Bertiera ledermannii,
Bertiera letouzeyi,
Bertiera longiloba,
Bertiera longithyrsa,
Bertiera loraria,
Bertiera lujae,
Bertiera naucleoides,
Bertiera orthopetala,
Bertiera parviflora,
Bertiera pauloi,
Bertiera pedicellata,
Bertiera procumbens,
Bertiera racemosa,
Bertiera retrofracta,
Bertiera rufa,
Bertiera sphaerica,
Bertiera spicata,
Bertiera subsessilis,
Bertiera tessmannii,
Bertiera thollonii,
Bertiera thonneri,
Bertiera troupinii,
Bertiera viburnoides,
Bertiera zaluzania,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,