Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachychaeta
ID:
115424

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 21: 399 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114753



Common Names

  • Brachychaeta Antillia
  • Antillia brachychaeta
  • Brachychaeta Antillia


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium brachychaetum brachychaetum [unknown]
  • Eupatorium brachychaetum B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Antillia brachychaeta (also called 'Giant-Leafed Antillia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves and produces small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Antillia brachychaeta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and inflammation. It is also used as a food source and for making herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antillia brachychaeta has yellow flowers with a maroon center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antillia brachychaeta is a perennial herb native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray.

Where to Find Antillia brachychaeta

Antillia brachychaeta is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry, sunny areas. It is often grown in gardens and is available from nurseries and garden centers.

Antillia brachychaeta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antillia brachychaeta?

Antillia brachychaeta

What are the common names of Antillia brachychaeta?

Short-haired Antillia

What is the natural habitat of Antillia brachychaeta?

It is native to the Caribbean

Species in the Antillia genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-76235: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.