Briggsia amabilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amabilis
ID:
572870
Status:
valid
Authors:
Craib
Source:
cmp
Year:
1919
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 11: 263 (1919)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572202
Common Names
- Briggsia amabilis
- Lovely Briggsia
- Amabilis Briggsia
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- Briggsia amabilis toliensis Craib [unknown]
Description
Briggsia amabilis (also called Lovely Briggsia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 3 meters in height and has glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Briggsia amabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Briggsia amabilis is a small, white flower with 4 petals and 4 sepals. The seed of Briggsia amabilis is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Briggsia amabilis are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Briggsia amabilis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It is a low-growing plant, growing to a height of 10-20 cm. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the fall in a sheltered location. Division can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Briggsia amabilis
Briggsia amabilis is native to Australia, and can be found in wetland habitats in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Briggsia amabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Briggsia amabilis?
Briggsia amabilis
What type of plant is Briggsia amabilis?
It is an orchid
Where is Briggsia amabilis found?
It is found in the tropical forests of South America
Species in the Briggsia genus
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:378445-1: Based on the initial data import