Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
wrightii
ID:
571353

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Pennell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Proc. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 80: 433 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570685



Common Names

  • Brachystigma wrightii
  • Wright's Brachystigma
  • Giant-flowered Brachystephanus


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Description

Brachystigma wrightii (also called Wright's brachystigma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 10 meters in height. It is found in tropical lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Brachystigma wrightii is used for medicinal purposes, as well as for fuelwood and charcoal. It is also used for construction of furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Brachystigma wrightii are white and small, the seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and tall.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachystigma wrightii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in pots or in the ground and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Brachystigma wrightii

Brachystigma wrightii can be found in South Africa, in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Brachystigma wrightii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachystigma wrightii?

Brachystigma wrightii

What is the natural habitat of Brachystigma wrightii?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average size of Brachystigma wrightii?

Up to 30 cm in height

Species in the Brachystigma genus

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Francis W. Pennell (1886-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pennell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:36002-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].