Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
richardsiae
ID:
509251

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vollesen

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Acanth.(1): 161 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508583

Common Names

  • Brillantaisia richardsiae
  • Richards' Brillantaisia
  • Richards' African Violet

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Description

Brillantaisia richardsiae (also called Richard's Brillantaisia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in sandy soils. It is found in dry, sunny areas, such as coastal dunes and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Brillantaisia richardsiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brillantaisia richardsiae has white flowers with five petals and a small, round seed capsule. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brillantaisia richardsiae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a potting mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer for best results.

Where to Find Brillantaisia richardsiae

Brillantaisia richardsiae is native to Madagascar and can be found in the provinces of Antananarivo, Fianarantsoa, and Toamasina.

Brillantaisia richardsiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brillantaisia richardsiae?

Brillantaisia richardsiae

What is the family of Brillantaisia richardsiae?

Acanthaceae

Where is Brillantaisia richardsiae found?

Congo

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

Kaj Børge Vollesen (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vollesen' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.