Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spicata
ID:
572970

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Fryxell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 28: 321 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572302



Common Names

  • Briquetia spicata
  • Spicate Briquetia
  • Spicate Briquetia Spicata


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Synonyms

  • Wissadula spicata (Kunth) C.Presl [unknown]
  • Wissadula spiciflora (DC.) Druce [unknown]
  • Wissadula elongata Brandegee [unknown]
  • Wissadula gymnostachya Turcz. [unknown]
  • Wissadula jamesonii Turcz. [unknown]
  • Pseudabutilon spicatum R.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Sida amplexicaulis Vell. [unknown]
  • Sida spiciflora DC. [unknown]
  • Abutilon spicatum Kunth [unknown]
  • Sida spicata (Kunth) Salzm. ex K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Briquetia spicata (also called Spiked 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 spicata 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 spicata is 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Briquetia spicata 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 spicata

Briquetia spicata is native to South America and is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Briquetia spicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Briquetia spicata?

Briquetia spicata

What type of plant is Briquetia spicata?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Briquetia spicata native to?

Tropical Africa

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-2683410: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.