Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
459613

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cambess.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. Merid. 1: 298 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458945



Common Names

  • Ternstroemia brasiliensis
  • Ternstroemia
  • Brasiliensis


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Synonyms

  • Mokof brasiliensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Taonabo brasiliensis (Cambess.) Szyszyl. [unknown]
  • Mokofua brasiliensis (Cambess.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ternstroemia brasiliensis minor Cambess. in A.St.-Hil., Juss. & Cambess. [unknown]
  • Ternstroemia brasiliensis parvifolia Wawra [unknown]

Description

Ternstroemia brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Ternstroemia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to tropical regions of South America. It has a dense, upright habit and produces small, star-shaped white flowers. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Ternstroemia brasiliensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ternstroemia brasiliensis are white or pinkish-white with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ternstroemia brasiliensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 4-6 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Ternstroemia brasiliensis

Ternstroemia brasiliensis is native to the tropical rainforests of South America and can be found in the Amazon Rainforest.

Ternstroemia brasiliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ternstroemia brasiliensis?

Ternstroemia brasiliensis

What is the common name of Ternstroemia brasiliensis?

Brasiliensis

What is the natural habitat of Ternstroemia brasiliensis?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Ternstroemia genus

Ternstroemia acuminata, Ternstroemia crassifolia, Ternstroemia clusiifolia, Ternstroemia cernua, Ternstroemia candolleana, Ternstroemia britteniana, Ternstroemia brasiliensis, Ternstroemia coriacea, Ternstroemia penangiana, Ternstroemia rostrata, Ternstroemia patens, Ternstroemia parviflora, Ternstroemia punctata, Ternstroemia flavescens, Ternstroemia hartii, Ternstroemia granulata, Ternstroemia oligostemon, Ternstroemia laevigata, Ternstroemia elliptica, Ternstroemia microcarpa, Ternstroemia microcalyx, Ternstroemia meridionalis, Ternstroemia lowii, Ternstroemia lineata, Ternstroemia elongata, Ternstroemia ekmanii, Ternstroemia dura, Ternstroemia duidae, Ternstroemia distyla, Ternstroemia discoidea, Ternstroemia denticulata, Ternstroemia foetida, Ternstroemia citrina, Ternstroemia cherryi, Ternstroemia kanehirai, Ternstroemia howardiana, Ternstroemia houtsoortiana, Ternstroemia hosei, Ternstroemia campinicola, Ternstroemia guanchezii, Ternstroemia gracilifolia, Ternstroemia glomerata, Ternstroemia glandulosa, Ternstroemia gitingensis, Ternstroemia chapaensis, Ternstroemia beccarii, Ternstroemia camelliifolia, Ternstroemia calycina, Ternstroemia buxifolia, Ternstroemia bullata,

Species in the Pentaphylacaceae family

Adinandra angustifolia, Adinandra acuminata, Adinandra acuta, Adinandra angulata, Adinandra anisobasis, Adinandra annamensis, Adinandra apoensis, Adinandra argentifolia, Adinandra auriformis, Adinandra bicuspidata, Adinandra bockiana, Adinandra borneensis, Adinandra brassii, Adinandra brefeldii, Adinandra calciphila, Adinandra caudata, Adinandra celebica, Adinandra clemensiae, Adinandra coarctata, Adinandra collettiana, Adinandra collina, Adinandra colombonensis, Adinandra cordifolia, Adinandra corneriana, Adinandra crassifolia, Adinandra dasyantha, Adinandra donnaiensis, Adinandra dubia, Adinandra dumosa, Adinandra elegans, Adinandra elliptica, Adinandra endertii, Adinandra epunctata, Adinandra excelsa, Adinandra eymae, Adinandra filipes, Adinandra forbesii, Adinandra formosana, Adinandra gallatlyi, Adinandra glischroloma, Adinandra grandifolia, Adinandra grandis, Adinandra griffithii, Adinandra hainanensis, Adinandra hirta, Adinandra howii, Adinandra impressa, Adinandra inaequalis, Adinandra integerrima, Adinandra javanica,

References