Bougainvillea infesta - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
infesta
ID:
570562
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 40 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569894
Common Names
- Bougainvillea infesta
- Infesting Bougainvillea
- Infesta Bougainvillea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bougainvillea infesta (also called 'Infest Bougainvillea', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats and has small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Bougainvillea infesta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, yellow, and tubular. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: have a single, long, thin, and wiry stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bougainvillea infesta is a perennial shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken from the stem tips and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Bougainvillea infesta
Bougainvillea infesta is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in Brazil, Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina.
Bougainvillea infesta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bougainvillea infesta?
Bougainvillea infesta
What is the family of Bougainvillea infesta?
Nyctaginaceae
What is the common name of Bougainvillea infesta?
Infesta Bougainvillea
Species in the Bougainvillea genus
Bougainvillea berberidifolia, Bougainvillea campanulata, Bougainvillea glabra, Bougainvillea herzogiana, Bougainvillea infesta, Bougainvillea lehmanniana, Bougainvillea malmeana, Bougainvillea modesta, Bougainvillea pachyphylla, Bougainvillea peruviana, Bougainvillea pomacea, Bougainvillea praecox, Bougainvillea spectabilis, Bougainvillea spinosa, Bougainvillea stipitata, Bougainvillea trollii, Bougainvillea lehmannii, Bougainvillea buttiana,
Species in the Nyctaginaceae family
Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2680764: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.