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
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.
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 Oeonia genus
Species in the Orchidaceae family
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Aa macra,
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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,
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Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
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Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,