Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
madecassa
ID:
1039311

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Perrier) Callm.

Source:
tro

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Candollea 65: 375 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001038649



Common Names

  • Brackenridgea madecassa
  • Madecassa Brackenridgea
  • Madecassa Moss


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Description

Brackenridgea madecassa (also called Madecassa Brackenridgea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Brackenridgea madecassa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brackenridgea madecassa has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brackenridgea madecassa can be propagated by division or by sowing seeds. It prefers a moist, shady environment and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Brackenridgea madecassa

Brackenridgea madecassa can be found in Central America, northern South America, and the Caribbean islands.

Species in the Ochnaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-100362076: Based on the initial data import
Martin Wilhelm Callmander (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Callm.' in the authors string.
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.