Agrostemma brachyloba - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachyloba
ID:
525165
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Fenzl) K.Hammer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Kulturpflanze 30: 51 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524497
Common Names
- Corn Cockle
- Short-lobed Corn Cockle
- Agrostemma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agrostemma brachyloba (also called Short-Bracted Agrostemma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Agrostemma brachyloba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Agrostemma brachyloba are white, with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with white, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agrostemma brachyloba is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Prune back in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Agrostemma brachyloba
Agrostemma brachyloba can be found in tropical forests in Central and South America.
Agrostemma brachyloba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agrostemma brachyloba?
Agrostemma brachyloba
What is the natural habitat of Agrostemma brachyloba?
It is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region
What is the flower color of Agrostemma brachyloba?
The flowers are white with pink centers
Species in the Agrostemma genus
Species in the Caryophyllaceae family
Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2626712: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Fenzl (1808-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fenzl' in the authors string.
Karl Hammer (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hammer' in the authors string.