Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
riesebergii
ID:
1251656

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dorado

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Brittonia51: 398 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250994



Common Names

  • Brongniartia riesebergii
  • Riesebergii Brongniartia
  • Brongniartia


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Description

Brongniartia riesebergii (also called 'Rieseberg's Brongniartia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Brongniartia riesebergii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brongniartia riesebergii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brongniartia riesebergii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly. It can be grown in a well-draining potting mix with perlite or pumice added for extra drainage.

Where to Find Brongniartia riesebergii

Brongniartia riesebergii is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Brongniartia riesebergii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brongniartia riesebergii?

Brongniartia riesebergii

What is the common name of Brongniartia riesebergii?

Rieseberg's brongniartia

What is the natural habitat of Brongniartia riesebergii?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

Species in the Brongniartia genus

Brongniartia abbottiae, Brongniartia alamosana, Brongniartia argentea, Brongniartia caeciliae, Brongniartia canescens, Brongniartia cuneata, Brongniartia diffusa, Brongniartia funiculata, Brongniartia goldmanii, Brongniartia hirsuta, Brongniartia inconstans, Brongniartia luisana, Brongniartia lunata, Brongniartia lupinoides, Brongniartia mollicula, Brongniartia nudiflora, Brongniartia parvifolia, Brongniartia peninsularis, Brongniartia pringlei, Brongniartia rozynskii, Brongniartia seleri, Brongniartia suberea, Brongniartia tenuifolia, Brongniartia trifoliata, Brongniartia ulbrichiana, Brongniartia parryi, Brongniartia foliolosa, Brongniartia glabrata, Brongniartia magnibracteata, Brongniartia mollis, Brongniartia oligosperma, Brongniartia podalyrioides, Brongniartia robinioides, Brongniartia vicioides, Brongniartia bracteolata, Brongniartia strigillosa, Brongniartia argyrophylla, Brongniartia imitator, Brongniartia minima, Brongniartia cordata, Brongniartia mortonii, Brongniartia norrisii, Brongniartia pacifica, Brongniartia minutifolia, Brongniartia guerrerensis, Brongniartia sousae, Brongniartia revoluta, Brongniartia sericea, Brongniartia balsensis, Brongniartia intermedia,

Species in the Fabaceae family