Status:
valid
Authors:
Moura
Source:
cmp
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 13: 267. 1969
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458230
Common Names
- Turnera breviflora
- Short-flowered turnera
- Short-flowered yellow-flowered turnera
Description
Turnera breviflora (also called Short-flowered Turner, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the tropical regions of Mexico and Central America. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m and has white or pink flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woodlands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Turnera breviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties that can help in treating various skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Turnera breviflora has small, white, star-shaped flowers with four petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Turnera breviflora is a perennial plant that can be grown from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the easiest way to propagate this plant. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a pot with moist soil. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Turnera breviflora
Turnera breviflora is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America.
Turnera breviflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Turnera breviflora?
Turnera breviflora
What are the common names of Turnera breviflora?
Short-flower yellowtops, Short-flower turnera
What is the natural habitat of Turnera breviflora?
It is found in dry, disturbed areas in the Caribbean, Central and South America
Species in the Turnera genus
Turnera tapajoensis,
Turnera triglandulosa,
Turnera ulmifolia,
Turnera urbanii,
Turnera subulata,
Turnera steyermarkii,
Turnera stenophylla,
Turnera thomasii,
Turnera waltherioides,
Turnera zeasperma,
Turnera venosa,
Turnera velutina,
Turnera riedeliana,
Turnera revoluta,
Turnera princeps,
Turnera pinifolia,
Turnera pumilea,
Turnera rubrobracteata,
Turnera schomburgkiana,
Turnera scabra,
Turnera curassavica,
Turnera coriacea,
Turnera collotricha,
Turnera annectens,
Turnera hatschbachii,
Turnera harleyi,
Turnera guianensis,
Turnera grandiflora,
Turnera gardneriana,
Turnera foliosa,
Turnera elliptica,
Turnera asymmetrica,
Turnera clauseniana,
Turnera aromatica,
Turnera argentea,
Turnera cipoensis,
Turnera cicatricosa,
Turnera castilloi,
Turnera caatingana,
Turnera breviflora,
Turnera odorata,
Turnera paruana,
Turnera orientalis,
Turnera oculata,
Turnera ignota,
Turnera huberi,
Turnera macrophylla,
Turnera melanorhiza,
Turnera marmorata,
Turnera luetzelburgii,
Species in the Passifloraceae family
Adenia kigogoensis,
Adenia litoralis,
Adenia mcdadeana,
Adenia metamorpha,
Adenia stylosa,
Adenia aculeata,
Adenia acuta,
Adenia adenifera,
Adenia antongilliana,
Adenia ballyi,
Adenia banaensis,
Adenia bequaertii,
Adenia boivinii,
Adenia cardiophylla,
Adenia cissampeloides,
Adenia cladosepala,
Adenia cordifolia,
Adenia cordifolia,
Adenia crassa,
Adenia cynanchifolia,
Adenia densiflora,
Adenia digitata,
Adenia dinklagei,
Adenia dolichosiphon,
Adenia ecirrosa,
Adenia elegans,
Adenia ellenbeckii,
Adenia epigea,
Adenia erecta,
Adenia fasciculata,
Adenia fernandesiana,
Adenia firingalavensis,
Adenia fruticosa,
Adenia gedoensis,
Adenia glauca,
Adenia globosa,
Adenia globosa,
Adenia goetzei,
Adenia gracilis,
Adenia guineensis,
Adenia gummifera,
Adenia hastata,
Adenia heterophylla,
Adenia hondala,
Adenia huillensis,
Adenia inermis,
Adenia isaloensis,
Adenia karibaensis,
Adenia keramanthus,
Adenia kinabaluensis,