Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
brunfelsiiflorum
ID:
781351

Status:
valid

Authors:
Teijsm. & Binn.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Néerl. 1: 367 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000780684



Common Names

  • Brunfelsiiflorum Nyctocalos
  • Nyctocalos Brunfelsiiflorum
  • Brunfelsiiflorum Nyctocalos


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Description

Nyctocalos brunfelsiiflorum (also called Nyctocalos, Nyctocalos brunfelsiiflorum, and Nyctocalos brasiliensis, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Brazil. It has a straight trunk with a rounded crown and pinnate leaves. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in cerrado and caatinga vegetation.

Uses & Benefits

Nyctocalos brunfelsiiflorum is used as an ornamental plant and is popular for its showy, fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nyctocalos brunfelsiiflorum is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nyctocalos brunfelsiiflorum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Nyctocalos brunfelsiiflorum

Nyctocalos brunfelsiiflorum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Nyctocalos brunfelsiiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nyctocalos brunfelsiiflorum?

Nyctocalos brunfelsiiflorum

What are the common names of Nyctocalos brunfelsiiflorum?

Brazilian rosewood

What is the natural habitat of Nyctocalos brunfelsiiflorum?

It is native to Brazil and grows in tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Johannes Elias Teijsmann (1808-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Teijsm.' in the authors string.
Simon Binnendijk (1821-1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Binn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:110155-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].