Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nees & Mart.) Chodat
Source:
cmp
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Add. Pl. Hassl. 16 1917
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572298
Common Names
- Briquetia denudata
- Naked Briquetia
- Naked Briquetia Denudata
Synonyms
- Sida denudata Nees & Mart. [unknown]
- Anoda denudata K.Schum. [unknown]
- Briquetia ancylocarpa Hochr. [unknown]
- Sida bihamata A.St.-Hil. & Naudin [unknown]
Description
Briquetia denudata (also called Naked 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 denudata is used for making furniture, firewood, and charcoal. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Briquetia denudata is yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Briquetia denudata 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 denudata
Briquetia denudata is native to South America and is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Briquetia denudata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Briquetia denudata?
Briquetia denudata
What type of plant is Briquetia denudata?
Herbaceous perennial
Where is Briquetia denudata native to?
Tropical Africa
Species in the Briquetia genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
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Abelmoschus manihot,
Abelmoschus moschatus,
Abelmoschus muliensis,
Abelmoschus sagittifolius,
Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis,
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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,