Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
1020622

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) Stehmann

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 45(2): 240. 2007.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001019960



Common Names

  • Calibrachoa pubescens
  • Million Bells
  • Mini Petunia


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Description

Calibrachoa pubescens (also called Hairy 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 pubescent.

Uses & Benefits

Calibrachoa pubescens 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 pubescens is a small, bell-shaped flower with white petals and yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calibrachoa pubescens 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 pubescens

Calibrachoa pubescens is native to Brazil.

Species in the Solanaceae family

References

Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' 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