Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
elata
ID:
573324

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1820

Citation Micro:
Pl. Coromandel 3: 61 (1820)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572656



Common Names

  • Brownlowia elata
  • Elata Brownlowia
  • Elata Tree


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Synonyms

  • Pterospermum paniculatum Roxb. [unknown]
  • Brownlowia gamosepala (Turcz.) Burret [unknown]
  • Columbia gamosepala Turcz. [unknown]
  • Humea elata Roxb. [unknown]

Description

Brownlowia elata (also called Elate Brownlowia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to tropical Africa. It is a shrub or small tree, with a single stem that can reach up to 10 meters in height and 5 cm in diameter. Its habitat is moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Brownlowia elata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant scent and is also used as a ground cover. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, yellow and bell-shaped. Seed: small, black and round. Seedlings: small, green and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brownlowia elata is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Keep moist until rooted.

Where to Find Brownlowia elata

Brownlowia elata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Brownlowia elata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brownlowia elata?

Brownlowia elata

What is the family of Brownlowia elata?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the natural habitat of Brownlowia elata?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

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