Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
brittonii
ID:
1221851

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 11: 80 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001221189

Common Names

  • Neea brittonii
  • Britton's Neea
  • Britton's Tree

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Description

Neea brittonii (also called the Britton's Neea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is typically found in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Neea brittonii is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of timber, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Neea brittonii are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neea brittonii is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Division can be done in spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Neea brittonii

Neea brittonii is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Neea brittonii FAQ

What is the common name of Neea brittonii?

Britton's Neea

What is the natural habitat of Neea brittonii?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

What is the average height of Neea brittonii?

Up to 10 feet

Species in the Neea genus

Neea clarkii, Neea davidsei, Neea huachamacarae, Neea grandis, Neea cedenensis, Neea floribunda, Neea guaiquinimae, Neea choriophylla, Neea brevipedunculata, Neea bracteosa, Neea acuminatissima, Neea bernardii, Neea anisophylla, Neea amplifolia, Neea amaruayensis, Neea sebastianii, Neea subglabrata, Neea robusta, Neea ignicola, Neea tristis, Neea stenophylla, Neea tepuiensis, Neea tenuis, Neea urophylla, Neea marahuacae, Neea mapourioides, Neea liesneri, Neea laetevirens, Neea parimensis, Neea psychotrioides, Neea pittieri, Neea neblinensis, Neea ovalifolia, Neea orosiana, Neea obovata, Neea obovoides, Neea altissima, Neea boliviana, Neea constricta, Neea dimorphophylla, Neea divaricata, Neea fagifolia, Neea macrophylla, Neea madeirana, Neea mapirensis, Neea mollis, Neea oppositifolia, Neea parviflora, Neea pendulina, Neea pubescens,

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

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