Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
brevituba
ID:
322331

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 16: t. 1582 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321663



Common Names

  • Beaumontia brevituba
  • Brevituba
  • Beaumontia


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Description

Beaumontia brevituba (also called 'Beaumontia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to India. It grows up to 1 m in height and has small, white flowers. It grows in rocky outcrops and along the edges of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Beaumontia brevituba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating colds, headaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beaumontia brevituba has a white flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beaumontia brevituba is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, moist soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Cuttings can be taken in spring or autumn and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Beaumontia brevituba

Beaumontia brevituba is native to India and can be found in the southern and western parts of the country.

Beaumontia brevituba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beaumontia brevituba?

Beaumontia brevituba

What family does Beaumontia brevituba belong to?

Apocynaceae

Where is Beaumontia brevituba found?

India

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-20247: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.