Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ramiflora
ID:
61399

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Compos. Madagascar 54, in clavi. (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060728



Common Names

  • Ramiflora Brachylaena
  • Brachylaena Ramiflora
  • Ramiflora Plant


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Synonyms

  • Brachylaena ramiflora ramiflora [unknown]
  • Vernonia piptocarphoides Baker [unknown]
  • Synchodendron ramiflorum DC. [unknown]
  • Cacalia piptocarphodes Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Brachylaena ramiflora (also called Branched Brachylaena, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in coastal scrub and forest margins.

Uses & Benefits

Brachylaena ramiflora is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Brachylaena ramiflora var. bernieri (Baill.) Humbert

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachylaena ramiflora has small white flowers that are clustered in groups of three to five. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachylaena ramiflora is a perennial shrub native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Brachylaena ramiflora

Brachylaena ramiflora can be found in East Africa, particularly in Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, and Tanzania.

Brachylaena ramiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachylaena ramiflora?

Brachylaena ramiflora

What is the natural habitat of Brachylaena ramiflora?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

What is the flowering period of Brachylaena ramiflora?

Late spring to early summer

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-17770: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.