Brunellia ovalifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovalifolia
ID:
442728
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bonpl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1808
Citation Micro:
Pl. Aequinoct. 1: 216 (1808)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442060
Common Names
- Brunellia ovalifolia
- Ovalifolia Brunellia
- Brunellia Ovalifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brunellia ovalifolia (also called Oval-leaf berry, among many other common names) is a shrub species endemic to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It grows up to 4 m tall, with oval-shaped leaves up to 10 cm long. It grows in open areas, such as rocky outcrops, and in the understory of humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Brunellia ovalifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brunellia ovalifolia has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brunellia ovalifolia is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 1 foot. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a cold frame in the spring. Cuttings can also be taken in the summer.
Where to Find Brunellia ovalifolia
Brunellia ovalifolia can be found in the Andes mountain range in South America.
Brunellia ovalifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brunellia ovalifolia?
Brunellia ovalifolia
What type of plant is Brunellia ovalifolia?
It is a shrub
Where is Brunellia ovalifolia found?
It is found in Mexico
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
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:813639-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.