Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Bruniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brownii
ID:
439799

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dümmer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 50(Suppl. 2): 28 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439131



Common Names

  • Staavia Brownii
  • Brown's Staavia
  • Brown's Staavia


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Description

Staavia brownii (also called Brown's Staavia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is an evergreen shrub with a height of up to 3 meters. It has oblong leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Staavia brownii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is known to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Staavia brownii is a small, white bloom with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Staavia brownii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Staavia brownii

Staavia brownii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Staavia brownii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Staavia brownii?

Staavia brownii

Where is Staavia brownii native to?

Central and South America

What type of plant is Staavia brownii?

Tropical shrub

Species in the Bruniaceae family

Audouinia capitata, Audouinia laxa, Audouinia laevis, Audouinia esterhuyseniae, Audouinia hispida, Berzelia abrotanoides, Berzelia alopecuroides, Berzelia arachnoidea, Berzelia burchellii, Berzelia commutata, Berzelia cordifolia, Berzelia dregeana, Berzelia ecklonii, Berzelia galpinii, Berzelia incurva, Berzelia intermedia, Berzelia lanuginosa, Berzelia rubra, Berzelia squarrosa, Berzelia albiflora, Berzelia stokoei, Berzelia alopecurioides, Brunia cordata, Brunia fragarioides, Brunia laevis, Brunia macrocephala, Brunia microphylla, Brunia neglecta, Brunia noduliflora, Brunia paleacea, Brunia phylicoides, Brunia squalida, Brunia villosa, Brunia virgata, Brunia palustris, Brunia compacta, Brunia barnardii, Brunia monostyla, Brunia africana, Brunia purpurea, Brunia pentandra, Brunia sphaerocephala, Brunia monogyna, Brunia powrieae, Brunia oblongifolia, Brunia pillansii, Brunia esterhuyseniae, Brunia trigyna, Brunia schlechteri, Brunia callunoides,