Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
414610

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 11: 282 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413942



Common Names

  • Pubescent Breynia
  • Breynia pubescens
  • Breynia


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Description

Breynia pubescens (also called hairy breynia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of Africa. It has a rounded crown and dark green, hairy leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in lowland rainforests and on the edges of swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Breynia pubescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flowers are small and white, with a yellow center. Seeds are small and round, with a black, shiny surface. Seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Breynia pubescens is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a container or in a rock garden.

Where to Find Breynia pubescens

Breynia pubescens is native to South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas.

Breynia pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Breynia pubescens?

Breynia pubescens

What type of plant is Breynia pubescens?

Tropical shrub

What is the natural habitat of Breynia pubescens?

Rainforest

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,

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