Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
1050284

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marchand

Source:
tro

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Rév. Anacardiac. : 183 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001049622



Common Names

  • Brazilian Lithraea
  • Brazilian False-Mastic
  • Brazilian False-Mastic-Lithraea


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Description

Lithraea brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Lithraea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean region. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and leathery leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Lithraea brasiliensis is a species of flowering plant that is native to Brazil. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lithraea brasiliensis is white and has five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lithraea brasiliensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Lithraea brasiliensis

Lithraea brasiliensis can be found in Brazil.

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

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