Status:
valid
Authors:
Dunal
Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Prodr. [A. P. de Candolle] 13(1): 589. 1852 [10 May 1852]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001019650
Common Names
- Bouchetia erecta
- Upright Bouchetia
- Upright Bouchetia
Description
Bouchetia erecta (also called Bouchetia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or subshrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, often in open grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Bouchetia erecta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bouchetia erecta has small, yellow-green flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough surface. The seedlings are small, with small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bouchetia erecta is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done in spring or early summer by taking cuttings from the tips of the stems. The cuttings should be placed in a sandy soil mix and kept moist until they root. Once established, the plant can be divided in early spring to create more plants.
Where to Find Bouchetia erecta
Bouchetia erecta can be found in Argentina.
Species in the Bouchetia genus
Species in the Solanaceae family