Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
gour-maitii
ID:
1411687

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chakrab. & M.Gangop.) Chakrab. & N.P.Balakr.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bangladesh J. Pl. Taxon. 19(2): 121. 2012 [Dec 2012]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424152



Common Names

  • Breynia gour-maitii
  • Gour-maitii Breynia
  • Gour-maitii's Breynia


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Description

Breynia gour-maitii (also called Gour-Mait's Snowbush, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to India. It has a single, erect stem, which can reach up to 30 cm in height. The leaves are long and narrow, and the flowers are white, fragrant, and have a yellowish-brown lip. It is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Breynia gour-maitii is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens to add a splash of color. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating colds, coughs, and sore throats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Breynia gour-maitii has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Breynia gour-maitii is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Once established, Breynia gour-maitii requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Breynia gour-maitii

Breynia gour-maitii is native to India.

Breynia gour-maitii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Breynia gour-maitii?

Breynia gour-maitii

What is the family of Breynia gour-maitii?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Breynia gour-maitii?

Gour-Mait's Breynia

Species in the Breynia genus

Breynia baudouinii, Breynia cernua, Breynia collaris, Breynia coriacea, Breynia coronata, Breynia discigera, Breynia disticha, Breynia diversifolia, Breynia fleuryi, Breynia glauca, Breynia grandiflora, Breynia heyneana, Breynia indosinensis, Breynia massiei, Breynia microphylla, Breynia mollis, Breynia oblongifolia, Breynia platycalyx, Breynia podocarpa, Breynia pubescens, Breynia racemosa, Breynia retusa, Breynia rhynchocarpa, Breynia rostrata, Breynia septata, Breynia stipitata, Breynia subangustifolia, Breynia subindochinensis, Breynia subterblanca, Breynia tonkinensis, Breynia vestita, Breynia virgata, Breynia vitis-idaea, Breynia repens, Breynia obscura, Breynia calcarea, Breynia lithophila, Breynia carnosa, Breynia fruticosa, Breynia amoebiflora, Breynia asteranthos, Breynia granulosa, Breynia harmandii, Breynia heteroblasta, Breynia kerrii, Breynia orbicularis, Breynia pierrei, Breynia poilanei, Breynia shawii, Breynia similis,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

Nambiyath Puthansurayil Balakrishnan (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Balakr.' in the authors string.
Tapas Chakrabarty (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chakrab.' in the authors string.
Mohan Gangopadhyay (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Gangop.' in the authors string.