Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
mulanjiensis
ID:
437310

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.P.Linder

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 40: 125 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000436642



Common Names

  • Mulanji Brownleea
  • Brownleea mulanjiensis
  • Mulanji Brownleea


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Description

Brownleea mulanjiensis (also called Mulanji Brownleea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola, and is found in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brownleea mulanjiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Brownleea mulanjiensis are yellow, with six petals and three sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brownleea mulanjiensis is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Brownleea mulanjiensis

Brownleea mulanjiensis can be found in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania and Kenya.

Brownleea mulanjiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brownleea mulanjiensis?

Brownleea mulanjiensis

What is the family of Brownleea mulanjiensis?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Brownleea mulanjiensis?

Mulanji Brownleea

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-24824: Based on the initial data import
Hans Peter Linder (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Linder' in the authors string.