Brazzeia longipedicellata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longipedicellata
ID:
572724
Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 5: 344 (1950 publ. 1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572056
Common Names
- Brazzeia longipedicellata
- Longipedicellata Brazzeia
- Longipedicellata Brazzeia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brazzeia longipedicellata (also called Long-pedicel 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 longipedicellata 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 longipedicellata is a small, white flower with 4 petals and 4 sepals. The seed of Brazzeia longipedicellata is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Brazzeia longipedicellata are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Brazzeia longipedicellata 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 longipedicellata
Brazzeia longipedicellata can be found in tropical Africa.
Brazzeia longipedicellata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brazzeia longipedicellata?
Brazzeia longipedicellata
What is the family of Brazzeia longipedicellata?
Brassicaceae
What is the common name of Brazzeia longipedicellata?
Long-pedicelled Brazzeia
Species in the Brazzeia genus
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2683158: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.