Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
congoensis
ID:
572721

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 609 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572053



Common Names

  • Brazzeia congoensis
  • Congoensis Brazzeia
  • Congoensis Brazzeia


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Synonyms

  • Rhaptopetalum brachyantherum Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Rhaptopetalum eetveldeanum De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]
  • Rhaptopetalum thollonii (Baill.) Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Brazzeia eetveldiana (De Wild. & T.Durand) Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Brazzeia thollonii Baill. [unknown]
  • Erytropyxis eetveldiana (De Wild. & T.Durand) Engl. [unknown]
  • Pseudobrazzeia thollonii (Baill.) Engl. [unknown]

Description

Brazzeia congoensis (also called Congo Brazzeia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is found in tropical Africa, with its native regions including Angola, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Gabon. It is a shrub, typically found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Brazzeia congoensis is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brazzeia congoensis is a small, white flower with 4 petals and 4 sepals. The seed of Brazzeia congoensis is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Brazzeia congoensis are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brazzeia congoensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Congo Basin. 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 Brazzeia congoensis

Brazzeia congoensis can be found in tropical Africa.

Brazzeia congoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brazzeia congoensis?

Brazzeia congoensis

What is the family of Brazzeia congoensis?

Brassicaceae

What is the common name of Brazzeia congoensis?

Congolese Brazzeia

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

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