Brachypeza laotica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laotica
ID:
384259
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Seidenf.) Seidenf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Bot. Tidsskr. 68: 66 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000383591
Common Names
- Brachypeza laotica
- Lao False Foxglove
- Lao Brachypeza
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- Pteroceras laoticum Seidenf. [unknown]
Description
Brachypeza laotica (also called Laotian Brachypeza, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Brachypeza laotica is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachypeza laotica is a small, white spikelet. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a triangular shape. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brachypeza laotica is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of salt spray. It can be propagated by cuttings in spring or early summer, or by seed in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Brachypeza laotica
Brachypeza laotica can be found in tropical and subtropical wetlands in Southeast Asia.
Brachypeza laotica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachypeza laotica?
Brachypeza laotica
What type of plant is Brachypeza laotica?
Brachypeza laotica is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.
Where is Brachypeza laotica found?
Brachypeza laotica is native to Laos.
Species in the Brachypeza genus
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-23874: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.