Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
570618

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) A.H.Gentry

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 26: 67 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569950

Common Names

  • Bourreria costaricensis
  • Costaricensis Bourreria
  • Costaricensis

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Synonyms

  • Bourreria panamensis I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Bourreria superba glabra Schery [unknown]
  • Schlegelia costaricensis Standl. [valid]

Description

Bourreria costaricensis (also called Costa Rican Bourreria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and typically grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bourreria costaricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Long, thin leaves with a slightly fuzzy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bourreria costaricensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through stem cuttings or layering. It can be propagated in spring or summer.

Where to Find Bourreria costaricensis

Bourreria costaricensis is native to Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Bourreria costaricensis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Bourreria costaricensis?

Bourreria costaricensis prefers temperatures between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the ideal soil type for Bourreria costaricensis?

Bourreria costaricensis prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How much sunlight does Bourreria costaricensis need?

Bourreria costaricensis needs full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Bourreria genus

Bourreria bolivarensis, Bourreria andrieuxii, Bourreria calophylla, Bourreria costaricensis, Bourreria exsucca, Bourreria grandicalyx, Bourreria grayumii, Bourreria havanensis, Bourreria hintonii, Bourreria huanita, Bourreria laxa, Bourreria linearis, Bourreria longiflora, Bourreria lyciacea, Bourreria microphylla, Bourreria moaensis, Bourreria mollis, Bourreria nemoralis, Bourreria orbicularis, Bourreria petiolaris, Bourreria polyneura, Bourreria pulchra, Bourreria quirosii, Bourreria rekoi, Bourreria rinconensis, Bourreria rowellii, Bourreria rubra, Bourreria sonorae, Bourreria spathulata, Bourreria succulenta, Bourreria superba, Bourreria teitensis, Bourreria tomentosa, Bourreria virgata, Bourreria motaguensis, Bourreria aquilana, Bourreria scabra, Bourreria apetala, Bourreria angustifolia, Bourreria bosseri, Bourreria capuronii, Bourreria croatii, Bourreria darcyana, Bourreria labatii, Bourreria leslieae, Bourreria lowryana, Bourreria moratiana, Bourreria randrianasoloana, Bourreria schatziana, Bourreria comorensis,

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2680820: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Gentry' in the authors string.