Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
brandegeeana
ID:
433295

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rose) Greene

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3: 11 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432627



Common Names

  • Brandegee's Sibara
  • Brandegee Sibara
  • Brandegee's Star of Bethlehem


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Synonyms

  • Microsisymbrium lasiophyllum brandegeeanum O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium brandegeeanum Rose [unknown]

Description

Sibara brandegeeana (also called Brandegee's Sibara, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to Central and South America. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, and is typically found in tropical rainforests. It has long, narrow leaves with a white center and green edges.

Uses & Benefits

Sibara brandegeeana is an ornamental plant used for landscaping and decoration.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sibara brandegeeana is a small, white, star-shaped flower. 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

Sibara brandegeeana is a species of flowering plant in the mustard family, native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division of the offsets. The plant should be grown in a sunny position in well-draining soil. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Sibara brandegeeana

Sibara brandegeeana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Sibara brandegeeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sibara brandegeeana?

Sibara brandegeeana

What is the common name of Sibara brandegeeana?

Brandegee's sibara

What is the natural habitat of Sibara brandegeeana?

It is native to the western United States

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2476370: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.