Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
ebracteata
ID:
428609

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(4): 33 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427941



Common Names

  • Wilbrandia ebracteata
  • Ebracteata Wilbrandia
  • Ebract Wilbrandia


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Synonyms

  • Wilbrandia longisepala angustiloba Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Wilbrandia ebracteata (also called Wilbrandia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Wilbrandia ebracteata is an ornamental plant that is often used to add color and texture to gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat skin conditions and its roots being used to treat fever.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Wilbrandia ebracteata var. bracteata Mart.Crov.
Wilbrandia ebracteata var. pedunculata Mart.Crov.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wilbrandia ebracteata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wilbrandia ebracteata is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Wilbrandia ebracteata

Wilbrandia ebracteata is native to Brazil and can be found in the rainforests of the eastern and western coasts.

Wilbrandia ebracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wilbrandia ebracteata?

Wilbrandia ebracteata

What type of plant is Wilbrandia ebracteata?

It is a shrub

Where is Wilbrandia ebracteata native to?

It is native to Central and South America

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