Brighamia insignis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
826727
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
wcs
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 7: 185 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000826061
Common Names
- Brighamia insignis
- Insignis Brighamia
- Insignis Brighamia Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brighamia insignis (also called Insignificant Brighamia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It grows up to 4 meters tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Brighamia insignis is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas, and its leaves can be used to make a herbal tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brighamia insignis has large, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed pods are long and thin. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brighamia insignis is a shrub native to Hawaii. It can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Brighamia insignis
Brighamia insignis is native to the Hawaiian Islands.
Brighamia insignis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brighamia insignis?
Brighamia insignis
What is the common name of Brighamia insignis?
Hawaiian Palm
Where is Brighamia insignis found?
It is found in Hawaii
Species in the Brighamia genus
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-363538: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.