Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
941759

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 9: 198 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000941097



Common Names

  • Algernonia brasiliensis
  • Brasiliensis Algernonia
  • Brazilian Algernonia


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Description

Algernonia brasiliensis (also called 'Brazilian Algernonia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has long, thin stems with thin, leathery leaves and small, fragrant white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It grows in humid, tropical forests and prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

Uses & Benefits

Algernonia brasiliensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make rope and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Algernonia brasiliensis has white flowers with yellow and purple markings. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Algernonia brasiliensis is a species of flowering plant native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Algernonia brasiliensis

Algernonia brasiliensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the wild in the states of Bahia, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-5957: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.