Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
brassii
ID:
1276634

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.P.Nayar) M.P.Nayar

Source:
tro

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 24: 353 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275972



Common Names

  • Catanthera brassii
  • Catanthera
  • Brassii


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Description

Catanthera brassii (also called Brass's Catanthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is usually found in moist, forested areas, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and evergreen leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Catanthera brassii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catanthera brassii has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catanthera brassii is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Catanthera brassii

Catanthera brassii is native to India.

Catanthera brassii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catanthera brassii?

Catanthera brassii

What is the common name of Catanthera brassii?

Brassii Catanthera

What type of plant is Catanthera brassii?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

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