Status:
valid
Authors:
(Roxb.) Spalik & S.R.Downie
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Taxon 58: 745 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743399
Common Names
- Berula bracteata
- Bracteata Berula
- Bracteata
Synonyms
- Sium bracteatum (Roxb.) Cronk [unknown]
- Sium helenianum Hook.f. [unknown]
- Angelica bracteata Roxb. [unknown]
Description
Berula bracteata (also called Bracted Berula, among many other common names) is a herbaceous, perennial, evergreen plant native to Europe. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands, swamps, and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Berula bracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for butterflies and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Berula bracteata is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Berula bracteata is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or fall.
Where to Find Berula bracteata
Berula bracteata is native to the wetlands of Europe and Asia.
Berula bracteata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Berula bracteata?
Berula bracteata
What is the common name of Berula bracteata?
Bracteate Berula
Where is Berula bracteata found?
It is found in India
Species in the Berula genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,
References
Stephen R. Downie: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.R.Downie' in the authors string.