Brownlowia elliptica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elliptica
ID:
573325
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1938: 227 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572657
Common Names
- Brownlowia elliptica
- Elliptica Brownlowia
- Elliptica Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brownlowia elliptica (also called Elliptic 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 elliptica 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brownlowia elliptica 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 elliptica
Brownlowia elliptica can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.
Brownlowia elliptica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brownlowia elliptica?
Brownlowia elliptica
What is the family of Brownlowia elliptica?
Euphorbiaceae
What is the natural habitat of Brownlowia elliptica?
Tropical and subtropical moist forests
Species in the Brownlowia genus
Brownlowia arachnoidea, Brownlowia argentata, Brownlowia calciphila, Brownlowia cuspidata, Brownlowia eberhardtii, Brownlowia elata, Brownlowia elliptica, Brownlowia emarginata, Brownlowia ferruginea, Brownlowia fluminensis, Brownlowia glabrata, Brownlowia grandistipulata, Brownlowia havilandii, Brownlowia helferiana, Brownlowia kleinhovioidea, Brownlowia macrophylla, Brownlowia ovalis, Brownlowia paludosa, Brownlowia palustris, Brownlowia peltata, Brownlowia riparia, Brownlowia rubra, Brownlowia sarawhensis, Brownlowia sarwonoi, Brownlowia stipulata, Brownlowia tabularis, Brownlowia tersa, Brownlowia velutina, Brownlowia latifiana,
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-2683925: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.