Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
breweri
ID:
414541

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm. & Maguire

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 14: 24 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413873



Common Names

  • Brewer's Tapeinostemon
  • Tapeinostemon breweri
  • Tapeinostemon


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Description

Tapeinostemon breweri (also called 'Brewer's Eriocaulon', among many other common names) is an evergreen herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It has a short stem with small yellow flowers and grows in wet, marshy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tapeinostemon breweri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have many health benefits such as reducing inflammation, improving digestion, and boosting the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tapeinostemon breweri are yellow and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapeinostemon breweri is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Tapeinostemon breweri

Tapeinostemon breweri is found in India.

Tapeinostemon breweri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapeinostemon breweri?

Tapeinostemon breweri

What is the natural habitat of Tapeinostemon breweri?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas

What is the flowering season of Tapeinostemon breweri?

It flowers from April to June

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:285858-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.