Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ridsdalei
ID:
792612

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.M.Wong

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Sandakania 15: 45 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791945

Common Names

  • Bungarimba Ridsdalei
  • Ridsdalei Bungarimba
  • Ridsdalei Bung

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Description

Bungarimba ridsdalei (also called false buttonweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in open, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bungarimba ridsdalei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bungarimba ridsdalei has small, yellow flowers with a long, slender spur. The seed is a small, round, dark brown capsule. The seedlings are small, white, and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bungarimba ridsdalei is an epiphytic orchid species native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia. It is an easy-to-grow species that can be cultivated in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by tissue culture. The plant should be repotted every two to three years in a well-draining, orchid-specific potting mix.

Where to Find Bungarimba ridsdalei

Bungarimba ridsdalei is native to Southeast Asia.

Bungarimba ridsdalei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bungarimba ridsdalei?

Bungarimba ridsdalei

What are the common names of Bungarimba ridsdalei?

Common names of Bungarimba ridsdalei include Ridsdale's bungarimba and Ridsdale's starflower.

What is the natural habitat of Bungarimba ridsdalei?

Bungarimba ridsdalei is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-330518: Based on the initial data import
Khoon Meng Wong (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Wong' in the authors string.