Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
braunianum
ID:
589050

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 7: 319 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588382



Common Names

  • Trachyphrynium braunianum
  • Braunianum Trachyphrynium
  • Braunianum Elephant Ear


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Synonyms

  • Bamburanta arnoldiana L.Linden [unknown]
  • Hybophrynium braunianum K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Trachyphrynium braunianum (also called 'Braun's trachyphrynium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae. It is native to India and grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Trachyphrynium braunianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a stabilizer for sand dunes. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trachyphrynium braunianum are small and white, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trachyphrynium braunianum is a small shrub that grows in moist, shady places. It prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can also be grown from cuttings of mature plants.

Where to Find Trachyphrynium braunianum

Trachyphrynium braunianum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Trachyphrynium braunianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trachyphrynium braunianum?

Trachyphrynium braunianum

What type of plant is Trachyphrynium braunianum?

Herb

Where is Trachyphrynium braunianum native to?

Tropical America

What is the growth habit of Trachyphrynium braunianum?

Upright

What is the maximum height of Trachyphrynium braunianum?

1.5 meters

Species in the Trachyphrynium genus

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

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