Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
rhomboidea
ID:
348146

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 27: 88 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000347478

Common Names

  • Rhomboidea Bocquillonia
  • Rhomboidea's Bocquillonia
  • Rhomboidea Bocquilloniae

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Synonyms

  • Bocquillonia rhomboidea bullata Airy Shaw [unknown]
  • Excoecaria rhomboidea Schltr. [unknown]
  • Excoecaria unequidentata Baill. ex Guillaumin [unknown]

Description

Bocquillonia rhomboidea (also called Rhomboid bocquillonia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant species of the genus Bocquillonia. It is native to South America, from Peru to Bolivia and Argentina. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bocquillonia rhomboidea is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, as a soil stabilizer, and for erosion control. It is also used to make baskets and other crafts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bocquillonia rhomboidea has small, greenish-yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and brown. Its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bocquillonia rhomboidea is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in early spring or late summer. It can also be propagated from seed, but the germination rate is low.

Where to Find Bocquillonia rhomboidea

Bocquillonia rhomboidea is native to South America, where it can be found in wet meadows, wet woods, and along streams and lakes. It is also found in parts of Asia.

Bocquillonia rhomboidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bocquillonia rhomboidea?

Bocquillonia rhomboidea

What is the common name of Bocquillonia rhomboidea?

Rhomboid Bocquillonia

What is the optimal growing environment for Bocquillonia rhomboidea?

Bocquillonia rhomboidea prefers moist, shady areas with partial sun and well-drained soil.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22735: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.