Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
caerulea
ID:
436419

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv. ex Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 1: 16 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435751



Common Names

  • Blue Brownleea
  • Blue-flowered Brownleea
  • Brownleea caerulea


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Synonyms

  • Brownleea madagascarica Ridl. [unknown]
  • Brownleea nelsonii Rolfe [unknown]
  • Brownleea woodii Rolfe [unknown]
  • Disa caerulea (Harv. ex Lindl.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Disa macroceras Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Brownleea caerulea (also called Blue brownleea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions. It has a woody stem and small, elliptic leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Brownleea caerulea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brownleea caerulea is a white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brownleea caerulea is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Division can be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist until established.

Where to Find Brownleea caerulea

Brownleea caerulea can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Brownleea caerulea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brownleea caerulea?

Brownleea caerulea

What is the common name of Brownleea caerulea?

Blue Brownleea

What is the habitat of Brownleea caerulea?

Brownleea caerulea is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests in India

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-24811: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.