Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
spongiosa
ID:
328040

Status:
valid

Authors:
McVaugh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 13: 157 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327372



Common Names

  • Spongiosa
  • Spongiosa Bernardia
  • Bernardia Spongiosa


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Description

Bernardia spongiosa (also called Spongy Bernardia, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bernardia spongiosa is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food and for its essential oils. The leaves can be used as a vegetable and the flowers can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bernardia spongiosa is white and tubular in shape. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bernardia spongiosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Bernardia spongiosa

Bernardia spongiosa is native to tropical Africa, from Cameroon to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Bernardia spongiosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bernardia spongiosa?

Bernardia spongiosa

What is the family of Bernardia spongiosa?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Bernardia spongiosa?

Spongy bernardia

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-20797: Based on the initial data import
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.