Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
polymorpha
ID:
327721

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chodat & Hassl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 5: 505 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327053



Common Names

  • Bernardia polymorpha
  • Polymorpha
  • Bernardia


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Description

Bernardia polymorpha (also called Polymorphic Bernardia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bernardia polymorpha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bernardia polymorpha var. curuguatensis Chodat & Hassl.
Bernardia polymorpha var. polymorpha
Bernardia polymorpha var. setosa Chodat & Hassl.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bernardia polymorpha is a small, yellowish-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bernardia polymorpha is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m (33 ft) tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Old World, from India and Sri Lanka east to China, Japan, and the Pacific Islands. It is cultivated in warm temperate regions as an ornamental tree. Propagation is usually by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist, shady position.

Where to Find Bernardia polymorpha

Bernardia polymorpha is native to South America, particularly in Paraguay, Uruguay, and Brazil. It is found in moist, open areas.

Bernardia polymorpha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bernardia polymorpha?

Bernardia polymorpha

What is the common name of Bernardia polymorpha?

Many-shaped Bernardia

What is the natural habitat of Bernardia polymorpha?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

Species in the Bernardia genus

Bernardia alarici, Bernardia albida, Bernardia amazonica, Bernardia argentinensis, Bernardia asplundii, Bernardia axillaris, Bernardia brevipes, Bernardia caperoniifolia, Bernardia carpinifolia, Bernardia celastrinea, Bernardia chiapensis, Bernardia colombiana, Bernardia confertifolia, Bernardia corensis, Bernardia crassifolia, Bernardia dichotoma, Bernardia dodecandra, Bernardia flexuosa, Bernardia fruticulosa, Bernardia gambosa, Bernardia gardneri, Bernardia geniculata, Bernardia gentryana, Bernardia hagelundii, Bernardia hassleriana, Bernardia heteropilosa, Bernardia hirsutissima, Bernardia incana, Bernardia jacquiniana, Bernardia kochii, Bernardia lagunensis, Bernardia lanceifolia, Bernardia laurentii, Bernardia leptostachys, Bernardia longipedunculata, Bernardia macrophylla, Bernardia mayana, Bernardia mazatlana, Bernardia mexicana, Bernardia micrantha, Bernardia mollis, Bernardia multicaulis, Bernardia myricifolia, Bernardia nicaraguensis, Bernardia oblanceolata, Bernardia obovata, Bernardia odonellii, Bernardia ovalifolia, Bernardia ovata, Bernardia paraguariensis,

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-20766: Based on the initial data import
Emil Hassler (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassl.' in the authors string.
Robert Hippolyte Chodat (1865-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chodat' in the authors string.