Brownea birschellii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1872
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag.98: t. 5998 (1872)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173960
Common Names
- Brownea Birschellii
- Birschellii Vine
- Vine of the Birschellii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brownea birschellii (also called Birschell's Brownea, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and Colombia, and can be found in tropical dry forests and tropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Brownea birschellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for fodder and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brownea birschellii is yellow with a red center, and the seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Brownea birschellii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for the cuttings to take root.
Where to Find Brownea birschellii
Brownea birschellii can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Brownea birschellii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brownea birschellii?
Brownea birschellii
What is the family of Brownea birschellii?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Brownea birschellii?
Birschell's Brownea
Species in the Brownea genus
Brownea bolivarensis, Brownea leucantha, Brownea longipedicellata, Brownea multijuga, Brownea negrensis, Brownea puberula, Brownea similis, Brownea stenantha, Brownea birschellii, Brownea macrophylla, Brownea rosa-de-monte, Brownea gladisrojasiae, Brownea enricii, Brownea santanderensis, Brownea ariza, Brownea coccinea, Brownea grandiceps, Brownea hermesias, Brownea similis, Brownea macrophylla, Brownea gladysrojasiae, Brownea tillettiana, Brownea rosa-de-monte, Brownea jaramilloi, Brownea angustiflora, Brownea chocoana,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Brownea birschellii Hook.f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.