Brownlowia helferiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
helferiana
ID:
573335
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pierre
Source:
cmp
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
Fl. Forest. Cochinch. : t. 130 (1888)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572667
Common Names
- Brownlowia helferiana
- Helfer's Brownlowia
- Helferiana Brownlowia
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- Brownlowia scortechinii King [unknown]
Description
Brownlowia helferiana (also called Helfer's 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 helferiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.
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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Brownlowia helferiana is a tropical evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It prefers a warm, humid climate and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Brownlowia helferiana
Brownlowia helferiana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.
Brownlowia helferiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brownlowia helferiana?
Brownlowia helferiana
What type of plant is Brownlowia helferiana?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Brownlowia helferiana found?
It is found in Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos.
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-2683934: Based on the initial data import
Jean Baptiste Louis Pierre (1833-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierre' in the authors string.