Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
cutervensis
ID:
440534

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 2(Suppl.): 64 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439866



Common Names

  • Brunellia cutervensis
  • Cutervens' Brunellia
  • Cutervens' False-heather


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Description

Brunellia cutervensis (also called Cutervo Brunellia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and oval leaves. It is native to South America and is found in moist forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Brunellia cutervensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, wounds, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brunellia cutervensis has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brunellia cutervensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Brunellia cutervensis

Brunellia cutervensis can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Brunellia cutervensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunellia cutervensis?

Brunellia cutervensis

What is the common name of Brunellia cutervensis?

Brunellia cutervensis

What is the family of Brunellia cutervensis?

Caryophyllaceae

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

José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:273532-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.