Brownlowia rubra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubra
ID:
573351
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kosterm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Pengum. Lemb. Pusat Penjel. Kehut. 73: 30 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572683
Common Names
- Brownlowia rubra
- Red Brownlowia
- Rubra Brownlowia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brownlowia rubra (also called Red 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 rubra is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder for animals, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brownlowia rubra is a white to pale pink, bell-shaped flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dry, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, oval-shaped seedling with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brownlowia rubra can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is best to keep the soil evenly moist and to avoid over-watering. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Brownlowia rubra
Brownlowia rubra is native to the tropical rainforest of South America. It can be found in the countries of Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Brownlowia rubra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brownlowia rubra?
Brownlowia rubra
What type of plant is Brownlowia rubra?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Brownlowia rubra 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-2683949: Based on the initial data import
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.