Status:
valid
Authors:
Pellegr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 71: 299 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566226
Common Names
- Bizonula letestui
- Letestu's Bizonula
- Letestu Bizonula
Description
Bizonula letestui (also called Letestu's Bizonula, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Bizonula letestui is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bizonula letestui has yellow-green flowers with a purple center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bizonula letestui can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Bizonula letestui
Bizonula letestui can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Bizonula letestui FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bizonula letestui?
Bizonula letestui
What type of plant is Bizonula letestui?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Brassicaceae.
What is the natural habitat of Bizonula letestui?
It is native to Spain.
Species in the Bizonula genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family