Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
australis
ID:
577798

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.St.-Hil.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. Merid. 1: 145 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000577130



Common Names

  • Byttneria Australis
  • Australian Byttneria
  • Australian Cedar


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Synonyms

  • Solanum brevipes Dunal [deprecated]

Description

Byttneria australis (also called Southern Byttneria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the acerola family, Malpighiaceae. It is native to Central America and South America, where it is found in a variety of habitats, including dry and moist forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Byttneria australis is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, diarrhea, and stomach pain. It is also used as a natural dye and as an ingredient in cosmetics. It is also used to make jams, jellies, and syrups.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Byttneria australis is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Byttneria australis is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to Australia. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Byttneria australis

Byttneria australis is native to Brazil and grows in tropical and subtropical climates.

Byttneria australis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Byttneria australis?

Byttneria australis

What is the family of Byttneria australis?

Malvaceae

What is the common name of Byttneria australis?

Southern Byttneria

Species in the Malvaceae family

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