Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
seemannii
ID:
30643

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts xv. (1880) 30.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029972



Common Names

  • Seemann's Brickellbush
  • Brickellbush
  • Brickellia seemannii


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Synonyms

  • Coleosanthus seemannii S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Coleosanthus seemannii Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Brickellia seemannii (also called Seemann's brickellbush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils in grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Brickellia seemannii is a species of shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces small purple flowers and has attractive foliage. It is also used in landscaping, as it can be used as a hedge or a windbreak. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brickellia seemannii has small yellow flowers that are clustered together in a head. The seeds are small, brown, and slightly oval shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, oblong-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brickellia seemannii is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Brickellia seemannii

Brickellia seemannii is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Brickellia seemannii FAQ

What is the growth rate of Brickellia seemannii?

Brickellia seemannii is a slow-growing shrub, typically reaching heights of 2-3 feet in 10 years.

What is the ideal soil type for Brickellia seemannii?

Brickellia seemannii prefers well-drained, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

What is the best climate for Brickellia seemannii?

Brickellia seemannii is best suited for climates with mild winters and hot summers.

Species in the Brickellia genus

Brickellia secundiflora, Brickellia scoparia, Brickellia longifolia, Brickellia multiflora, Brickellia pendula, Brickellia lewisii, Brickellia spinulosa, Brickellia worthingtonii, Brickellia incana, Brickellia hymenochlaena, Brickellia coahuilensis, Brickellia knappiana, Brickellia desertorum, Brickellia gentryi, Brickellia lemmonii, Brickellia laccata, Brickellia oliganthes, Brickellia simplex, Brickellia coulteri, Brickellia glandulosa, Brickellia squarrosa, Brickellia grandiflora, Brickellia dentata, Brickellia problematica, Brickellia amplexicaulis, Brickellia microphylla, Brickellia cordifolia, Brickellia villarrealii, Brickellia peninsularis, Brickellia venosa, Brickellia palmeri, Brickellia seemannii, Brickellia parvula, Brickellia laxiflora, Brickellia chenopodina, Brickellia vollmeri, Brickellia robinsoniana, Brickellia cardiophylla, Brickellia megaphylla, Brickellia eupatorioides, Brickellia veronicaefolia, Brickellia glomerata, Brickellia betonicaefolia, Brickellia rhomboidea, Brickellia leonensis, Brickellia cuspidata, Brickellia scabra, Brickellia californica, Brickellia wendtii, Brickellia floribunda,

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-128969: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.