Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
572547

Status:
valid

Authors:
Donn.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 33: 255 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000571879



Common Names

  • Bravaisia grandiflora
  • Large-Flowered Bravaisia
  • Grandiflora Bravaisia


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Description

Bravaisia grandiflora (also called Bravaisia grandiflora, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and a grey-green foliage. It is native to South America, and is typically found in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Bravaisia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bravaisia grandiflora is a small white or pinkish flower with 4 petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened oval. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bravaisia grandiflora is a perennial succulent that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Water moderately during the summer and keep dry during the winter.

Where to Find Bravaisia grandiflora

Bravaisia grandiflora can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Bravaisia grandiflora FAQ

What type of soil is best for Bravaisia grandiflora?

Bravaisia grandiflora prefers a well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.

How much light does Bravaisia grandiflora need?

Bravaisia grandiflora prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Bravaisia grandiflora?

Water Bravaisia grandiflora when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.