Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brunnescens
ID:
669529

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cockayne) P.H.Raven & Engelhorn

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 9: 350 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668861



Common Names

  • Brunnescens Epilobium
  • Epilobium brunnescens
  • Brown Willowherb


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Synonyms

  • Epilobium boissierii H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Epilobium pedunculare brunnescens Cockayne [unknown]

Description

Epilobium brunnescens (also called Brownish Willowherb, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a woody stem and small, oval leaves. The flowers are pink and fragrant, and the fruits are capsules. It is found in grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Epilobium brunnescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as inflammation, fever, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source and for its essential oils.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Epilobium brunnescens sub. minutiflorum (Cockayne) P.H.Raven & Engelhorn

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epilobium brunnescens has white or pink flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epilobium brunnescens is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the root clump or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Epilobium brunnescens

Epilobium brunnescens is native to Europe and can be found in France, Germany, and Switzerland.

Epilobium brunnescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epilobium brunnescens?

Epilobium brunnescens

What is the common name of Epilobium brunnescens?

Brownish Epilobium

What is the natural habitat of Epilobium brunnescens?

It is found in India, growing in moist grasslands and open forests.

Species in the Epilobium genus

Epilobium campestre, Epilobium subdentatum, Epilobium abortivum, Epilobium adenocaulon, Epilobium aggregatum, Epilobium aitchisonii, Epilobium algidum, Epilobium alpestre, Epilobium alsinifolium, Epilobium alsinoides, Epilobium amurense, Epilobium anagallidifolium, Epilobium anatolicum, Epilobium anglicum, Epilobium angustifolium, Epilobium angustum, Epilobium argillaceum, Epilobium arvernense, Epilobium astonii, Epilobium atlanticum, Epilobium australe, Epilobium barbeyanum, Epilobium billardierianum, Epilobium blinii, Epilobium boissieri, Epilobium borbasianum, Epilobium brachiatum, Epilobium brachycarpum, Epilobium brevifolium, Epilobium brevipes, Epilobium brevipilum, Epilobium brevisquamatum, Epilobium brunnatum, Epilobium brunnescens, Epilobium canum, Epilobium capense, Epilobium celakovskyanum, Epilobium chateri, Epilobium chionanthum, Epilobium chitralense, Epilobium chlorifolium, Epilobium ciliatum, Epilobium clarkeanum, Epilobium clavatum, Epilobium cleistogamum, Epilobium colchicum, Epilobium collinum, Epilobium coloratum, Epilobium confertifolium, Epilobium confine,

Species in the Onagraceae family

Camissonia bolanderi, Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum, Camissonia bairdii, Camissonia benitensis, Camissonia breviflora, Camissonia campestris, Camissonia contorta, Camissonia dentata, Camissonia integrifolia, Camissonia kernensis, Camissonia lacustris, Camissonia ovata, Camissonia parvula, Camissonia pubens, Camissonia pusilla, Camissonia sierrae, Camissonia strigulosa, Camissonia subacaulis, Camissonia tanacetifolia, Camissonia contorta, Camissoniopsis bistorta, Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia, Camissoniopsis confusa, Camissoniopsis guadalupensis, Camissoniopsis hardhamiae, Camissoniopsis hirtella, Camissoniopsis ignota, Camissoniopsis intermedia, Camissoniopsis lewisii, Camissoniopsis luciae, Camissoniopsis micrantha, Camissoniopsis pallida, Camissoniopsis proavita, Camissoniopsis robusta, Chylismia atwoodii, Chylismia confertiflora, Chylismia eastwoodiae, Chylismia exilis, Chylismia megalantha, Chylismia munzii, Chylismia specicola, Chylismia arenaria, Chylismia brevipes, Chylismia cardiophylla, Chylismia claviformis, Chylismia heterochroma, Chylismia parryi, Chylismia scapoidea, Chylismia walkeri, Chylismiella pterosperma,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2790214: Based on the initial data import
Peter H. Raven (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Raven' in the authors string.
Leonard Cockayne (1855-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cockayne' in the authors string.
Tamra Engelhorn (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelhorn' in the authors string.