Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
villarrealii
ID:
29258

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.M.King & H.Rob.) Govaerts

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
World Checkl. Seed Pl. 2(1): 13. 1996

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028587

Common Names

  • Brickellia Villarrealii
  • Brickellia
  • Villarrealii

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Description

Brickellia villarrealii (also called Villarreal's brickellbush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has a woody stem with small, yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is found in dry, sunny areas of scrublands and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Brickellia villarrealii is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments, and its flowers are used to make tea. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves are edible and can be cooked and eaten.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brickellia villarrealii is yellow and tubular, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of leaves at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brickellia villarrealii is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Brickellia villarrealii

Brickellia villarrealii can be found in the Mexican state of Nuevo Leon.

Brickellia villarrealii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brickellia villarrealii?

Brickellia villarrealii

What are the common names of Brickellia villarrealii?

Common names of Brickellia villarrealii include the Villarreal's Brickellbush and Mexican Brickellbush.

Where is Brickellia villarrealii found?

Brickellia villarrealii is found in Mexico and Central America.

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-127628: Based on the initial data import
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
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.