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bouvardia

Scientific Name: Bouvardia

Family: Rubiaceae

Category: Dicot

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Bouvardia: A Delicate and Versatile Flower

Bouvardia is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the Rubiaceae family, known for its star-like blooms and delicate scent. Often used in weddings and special events, these flowers add a touch of elegance to any occasion.

Considerations for Pets

  • Bouvardia belongs to the Madder family (Rubiaceae).
  • Bouvardia can have single or double star-like blooms that open from tubular necks.

Scientific Name and Common Names

  • Scientific Name: Bouvardia (boo-VAR-dee-ah)
  • Common Name: Bouvardia

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Family: Rubiaceae (Madder family)
  • Kingdom: Angiosperms (Flowering plants)
  • Bouvardia named in honor of Charles Bouvard, physician to Louis XIII, King of France.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to Mexico and Central America.
  • Most species are found in Mexico.
  • Also found in the subtropical area in Northern America.
  • Example location: Big Bend National Park (likely Bouvardia ternifolia)

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Evergreen herbs and shrubs.
  • Can be a bushy, evergreen plant with upright shoots.
  • Flowers can have single or double star-like blooms that open from tubular necks.
  • Thin, branching stems open up to clusters of blooming florets.
  • Flowers are in terminal, generally many flower clusters.
  • Color range varies between species: white, yellow, pink, and red.

Ecological Role

  • Bouvardia ternifolia: A small frost tender shrub with lance-shaped leaves and dense clusters of scarlet flowers at the end of the stems.

Uses

  • Bouvardia flowers are a relatively recent addition to the florist's palette.
  • Often used in brides' bouquets.
  • In the language of flowers, bouvardia represents enthusiasm.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Bouvardia ternifolia Scarlet Hummer a plant sold by Plant Delights Nursery

Additional Information

  • Availability: Year-round.
  • Vase Life: 1-2 weeks.
  • Ethylene sensitive and benefit from an anti-ethylene treatment such as EthylBloc™ Technology.

Resources

  • RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) Plant Finder & Plant Selector
  • Plant Delights Nursery
  • Triangle Nursery - an online wholesale florist supplier