Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
brauniana
ID:
255251

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wendl. & Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Xenia Orchid. 3: 172 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254583



Common Names

  • Oeonia brauniana
  • Braun's Oeonia
  • Braun's Woodland Star


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Description

Oeonia brauniana (also called Braun's Oeonia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a single stem and small, white flowers. It is found in humid and wet forests, as well as in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Oeonia brauniana is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, diarrhea, and skin infections. It is also used as a food source and for its oil, which is used for cooking and lighting.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oeonia brauniana var. brauniana
Oeonia brauniana var. sarcanthoides (Schltr.) Bosser

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oeonia brauniana are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oeonia brauniana is an evergreen shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized during the growing season.

Where to Find Oeonia brauniana

Oeonia brauniana is native to tropical Africa.

Oeonia brauniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oeonia brauniana?

Oeonia brauniana

What is the common name of Oeonia brauniana?

Brauniana

What is the natural habitat of Oeonia brauniana?

Tropical rainforests

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,

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