Agonandra brasiliensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
525118
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miers ex Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 1: 349 1862
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524450
Common Names
- Agonandra Brasiliensis
- Brazilian Agonandra
- Agonandra Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agonandra brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Agonandra, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Annonaceae family. It is a small evergreen tree or shrub that grows up to 10 m tall, with a trunk up to 30 cm in diameter. It is native to Brazil and is found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Agonandra brasiliensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves can be used to make tea and its flowers can be used as a garnish for salads. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive disorders.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Agonandra brasiliensis sub. brasiliensisFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agonandra brasiliensis is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and yellow leaves.
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Agonandra brasiliensis is a tropical tree that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and can reach heights of up to 20 feet. It is a fast-growing tree and can be pruned to maintain its shape.
Where to Find Agonandra brasiliensis
Agonandra brasiliensis is native to tropical and subtropical forests in Brazil.
Agonandra brasiliensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agonandra brasiliensis?
Agonandra brasiliensis
What is the common name of Agonandra brasiliensis?
Brazilian Agonandra
What is the natural habitat of Agonandra brasiliensis?
Tropical rainforests of South America
Species in the Agonandra genus
Species in the Opiliaceae family
Agonandra brasiliensis, Agonandra excelsa, Agonandra fluminensis, Agonandra goldbergiana, Agonandra macrocarpa, Agonandra obtusifolia, Agonandra ovatifolia, Agonandra peruviana, Agonandra racemosa, Agonandra silvatica, Cansjera leptostachya, Cansjera parvifolia, Cansjera rheedei, Champereia manillana, Gjellerupia papuana, Lepionurus sylvestris, Melientha suavis, Opilia campestris, Opilia amentacea, Pentarhopalopilia umbellulata, Pentarhopalopilia marquesii, Pentarhopalopilia madagascariensis, Pentarhopalopilia perrieri, Rhopalopilia pallens, Rhopalopilia altescandens, Rhopalopilia hallei, Urobotrya siamensis, Urobotrya parviflora, Urobotrya longipes, Urobotrya latisquama, Urobotrya floresensis, Urobotrya congolana, Urobotrya sparsiflora,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2626658: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.