Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
76040

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 75 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075369



Common Names

  • Brazilian Brickellbush
  • Brazilian Brickellia
  • Pseudobrickellia


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Description

Pseudobrickellia brasiliensis (also called Brazilian false brickellbush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows up to 3 meters tall and has oblong-lanceolate leaves. It is found in open fields and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudobrickellia brasiliensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudobrickellia brasiliensis has yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have short, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudobrickellia brasiliensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame as soon as they are ripe. Division is best carried out in spring or autumn. Larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

Where to Find Pseudobrickellia brasiliensis

Pseudobrickellia brasiliensis is native to South America. It can be found in moist, disturbed areas, such as roadsides, riverbanks, and other disturbed habitats.

Pseudobrickellia brasiliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudobrickellia brasiliensis?

Pseudobrickellia brasiliensis

What is the common name of Pseudobrickellia brasiliensis?

Brazilian brickellbush

What type of plant is Pseudobrickellia brasiliensis?

It is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae.

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-32057: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' 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.