Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
integerrima
ID:
572549

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) Standl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 23: 1335 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000571881



Common Names

  • Bravaisia integerrima
  • Entire-Leaved Bravaisia
  • Integerrima Bravaisia


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Synonyms

  • Amasonia integerrima Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Bravaisia integerrima (also called Bravaisia integerrima, 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 integerrima 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 integerrima 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 integerrima 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 integerrima

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

Bravaisia integerrima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bravaisia integerrima?

Bravaisia integerrima

What is the family of Bravaisia integerrima?

Malvaceae

Where is Bravaisia integerrima found?

It is found in South Africa

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

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.