Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
stenoptera
ID:
443542

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 15: 45 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442874



Common Names

  • Brunellia Stenoptera
  • Narrow-Leaved Brunellia
  • Narrow-Leaved


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Description

Brunellia stenoptera (also called Narrow-winged Brunellia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to the tropical regions of South America. It typically grows to a height of about 5 meters and has long, narrow leaves that are dark green in color. It is found in lowland forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Brunellia stenoptera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brunellia stenoptera has small, white, tubular flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brunellia stenoptera is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Brunellia stenoptera

Brunellia stenoptera is native to South America and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Brunellia stenoptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunellia stenoptera?

Brunellia stenoptera

What is the common name of Brunellia stenoptera?

Narrow-winged Brunellia

What is the natural range of Brunellia stenoptera?

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

Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:37503-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.