Brownleea maculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maculata
ID:
437097
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.J.Cribb
Source:
wcs
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 32: 147 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000436429
Common Names
- Brownleea maculata
- Maculata Brownleea
- Spotted Brownleea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brownleea maculata (also called Brownlee's Maculata, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small white flowers and long, thin leaves. It is native to India and can be found in tropical forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Brownleea maculata is used as an ornamental plant, in rock gardens, and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brownleea maculata has small, star-shaped, white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brownleea maculata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to plant in spring or autumn, and to water regularly.
Where to Find Brownleea maculata
Brownleea maculata is native to Africa and can be found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and coastal dunes.
Brownleea maculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brownleea maculata?
Brownleea maculata
What is the common name of Brownleea maculata?
Ginger Lily
What is the natural habitat of Brownleea maculata?
Brownleea maculata is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, shady areas.
Species in the Brownleea 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-24821: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.