Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biflora
ID:
609153

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. Fl. Peruv. Chil. : 256 (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608485



Common Names

  • Clarisia biflora
  • Biflora Clarisia
  • Clarisia Biflora


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Synonyms

  • Clarisia colombiana Lanj. [unknown]
  • Clarisia mattogrossensis Lanj. [unknown]
  • Clarisia panamensis Woodson [unknown]
  • Clarisia biflora biflora [unknown]
  • Sahagunia colombiana Rusby [unknown]

Description

Clarisia biflora (also called Two-flowered Clarisia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It grows in dry, open woodlands and grasslands, and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Clarisia biflora is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clarisia biflora has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow seed pods. The seed pods contain small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves and a pair of stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clarisia biflora can be propagated by division or seed. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Clarisia biflora

Clarisia biflora is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, and Oaxaca.

Clarisia biflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clarisia biflora?

Clarisia biflora

What is the common name of Clarisia biflora?

Two-flowered Clarisia

Where is Clarisia biflora native to?

Brazil

Species in the Clarisia genus

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2724615: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.