Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
briquetii
ID:
439102

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baehni

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Candollea 7: 361 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438434



Common Names

  • Brunellia Briquetii
  • Briquet's Brunellia
  • Venezuelan Brunellia


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Description

Brunellia briquetii (also called 'Briquet's Brunellia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to Puerto Rico, and is found in dry and rocky habitats such as mountains and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Brunellia briquetii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brunellia briquetii is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a short, thin stem with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brunellia briquetii is a tropical perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 1-2 feet apart.

Where to Find Brunellia briquetii

Brunellia briquetii can be found in the Caribbean.

Brunellia briquetii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunellia briquetii?

Brunellia briquetii

What is the natural habitat of Brunellia briquetii?

Tropical dry forests of Puerto Rico

What are the common names of Brunellia briquetii?

Briquet's Brunellia, Briquet's Tree

Species in the Brunellia genus

Brunellia acostae, Brunellia acutangula, Brunellia amayensis, Brunellia boliviana, Brunellia boqueronensis, Brunellia briquetii, Brunellia brunnea, Brunellia cayambensis, Brunellia comocladifolia, Brunellia costaricensis, Brunellia cutervensis, Brunellia cuzcoensis, Brunellia dichapetaloides, Brunellia dulcis, Brunellia ecuadoriensis, Brunellia elliptica, Brunellia farallonensis, Brunellia foreroi, Brunellia glabra, Brunellia goudotii, Brunellia hexasepala, Brunellia hygrothermica, Brunellia inermis, Brunellia integrifolia, Brunellia latifolia, Brunellia littlei, Brunellia macrophylla, Brunellia mexicana, Brunellia morii, Brunellia neblinensis, Brunellia occidentalis, Brunellia oliveri, Brunellia ovalifolia, Brunellia pallida, Brunellia pauciflora, Brunellia penderiscana, Brunellia pitayensis, Brunellia propinqua, Brunellia putumayensis, Brunellia racemifera, Brunellia rhoides, Brunellia rufa, Brunellia sibundoya, Brunellia standleyana, Brunellia stenoptera, Brunellia stuebelii, Brunellia subsessilis, Brunellia tomentosa, Brunellia trianae, Brunellia trigyna,

Species in the Brunelliaceae family

Brunellia acostae, Brunellia acutangula, Brunellia amayensis, Brunellia boliviana, Brunellia boqueronensis, Brunellia briquetii, Brunellia brunnea, Brunellia cayambensis, Brunellia comocladifolia, Brunellia costaricensis, Brunellia cutervensis, Brunellia cuzcoensis, Brunellia dichapetaloides, Brunellia dulcis, Brunellia ecuadoriensis, Brunellia elliptica, Brunellia farallonensis, Brunellia foreroi, Brunellia glabra, Brunellia goudotii, Brunellia hexasepala, Brunellia hygrothermica, Brunellia inermis, Brunellia integrifolia, Brunellia latifolia, Brunellia littlei, Brunellia macrophylla, Brunellia mexicana, Brunellia morii, Brunellia neblinensis, Brunellia occidentalis, Brunellia oliveri, Brunellia ovalifolia, Brunellia pallida, Brunellia pauciflora, Brunellia penderiscana, Brunellia pitayensis, Brunellia propinqua, Brunellia putumayensis, Brunellia racemifera, Brunellia rhoides, Brunellia rufa, Brunellia sibundoya, Brunellia standleyana, Brunellia stenoptera, Brunellia stuebelii, Brunellia subsessilis, Brunellia tomentosa, Brunellia trianae, Brunellia trigyna,

References

Charles Baehni (1906-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baehni' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:37450-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.