Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
bradei
ID:
541432

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.Crov.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 15: 44 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540764

Common Names

  • Bradei Apodanthera
  • Brade's Apodanthera
  • Brade's-stemmed Apodanthera

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Synonyms

  • Apodanthera hatschbachii C.Jeffrey [unknown]

Description

Apodanthera bradei (also called 'Brade's Apodanthera', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with thick, fleshy stems and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Apodanthera bradei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, coughs, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Apodanthera bradei is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apodanthera bradei is a perennial shrub native to Brazil. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in partial shade until established.

Where to Find Apodanthera bradei

Apodanthera bradei can be found in wetland habitats in Europe and North America.

Apodanthera bradei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apodanthera bradei?

Apodanthera bradei

What is the common name of Apodanthera bradei?

Brade's Apodanthera

What is the natural habitat of Apodanthera bradei?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

References