Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
ecuadoriensis
ID:
440985

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 27: 77 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000440317



Common Names

  • Brunellia Ecuadoriensis
  • Ecuadorian Brunellia
  • Ecuadorian Blueberry


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Description

Brunellia ecuadoriensis (also called Ecuadorian Brunellia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Andes mountains in South America. It has small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils and is often found in areas near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Brunellia ecuadoriensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brunellia ecuadoriensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brunellia ecuadoriensis 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 ecuadoriensis

Brunellia ecuadoriensis can be found in Central and South America.

Brunellia ecuadoriensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunellia ecuadoriensis?

Brunellia ecuadoriensis

What is the common name of Brunellia ecuadoriensis?

Ecuadorian Brunellia

What is the native range of Brunellia ecuadoriensis?

South America

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:37472-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.