Operculina brownii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brownii
ID:
156237
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ooststr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Blumea 3: 366 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000155566
Common Names
- Operculina brownii
- Brown's Morning Glory
- Brown's Bindweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Operculina brownii (also called Brown's Thumb-Plant, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 60 cm in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines, and is commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Operculina brownii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Operculina brownii is a funnel-shaped, white or pinkish-white corolla with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, flattened, oblong, black seed. The seedlings are slender, with ovate-lanceolate, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Operculina brownii is a tropical plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix. The cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist potting mix.
Where to Find Operculina brownii
Operculina brownii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It can be found in open areas, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.
Operculina brownii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Operculina brownii?
Operculina brownii
What is the common name of Operculina brownii?
Brown's Morning Glory
What type of plant is Operculina brownii?
Vine
Species in the Operculina genus
Operculina aequisepala, Operculina brownii, Operculina riedeliana, Operculina tansaensis, Operculina polynesica, Operculina leptoptera, Operculina sericantha, Operculina macrocarpa, Operculina aurea, Operculina ventricosa, Operculina turpethum, Operculina codonantha, Operculina hamiltonii, Operculina pteripes, Operculina pinnatifida, Operculina petaloidea, Operculina maypurensis,
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,
References
Simon Jan van Ooststroom (1906-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ooststr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270780-1: Based on the initial data import