Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Species:
humilis
ID:
1020609

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.E.Fr.) Stehmann & J.Semir

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Novon 7(4): 419 (1997 publ. 1998):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001019947



Common Names

  • Calibrachoa humilis
  • Million Bells
  • Mini Petunia


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Description

Calibrachoa humilis (also called Dwarf Calibrachoa, among many other common names) is a shrub that can grow up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in dry forests. It has white flowers and its leaves are ovate and opposite.

Uses & Benefits

Calibrachoa humilis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It has beautiful purple flowers that attract pollinators, and its foliage is attractive and fragrant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calibrachoa humilis is a small, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calibrachoa humilis is a tender perennial that is grown as an annual in most climates. It is propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Calibrachoa humilis

Calibrachoa humilis is native to Brazil.

Species in the Solanaceae family

References

Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
João Renato Stehmann (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stehmann' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import