Briquetia brasiliensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fryxell
Source:
cmp
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 17: 163 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572297
Common Names
- Briquetia brasiliensis
- Brazilian Briquetia
- Brazilian Briquetia Brasiliensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Briquetia brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Briquetia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical South America. It has long, narrow leaves and bright yellow flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Briquetia brasiliensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Briquetia brasiliensis is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Briquetia brasiliensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Briquetia brasiliensis
Briquetia brasiliensis is native to South America and is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Briquetia brasiliensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Briquetia brasiliensis?
Briquetia brasiliensis
What type of plant is Briquetia brasiliensis?
Herbaceous perennial
Where is Briquetia brasiliensis native to?
Tropical Africa
Species in the Briquetia genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2683406: Based on the initial data import
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.