Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
retusa
ID:
414881

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dennst.) Alston

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Ann. Roy. Bot. Gard. (Peradeniya) 11: 204 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000414213



Common Names

  • Breynia retusa
  • Retusa Breynia
  • Breynia


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Synonyms

  • Melanthesa obliqua Wight [unknown]
  • Melanthesa retusa (Dennst.) Kostel. [unknown]
  • Melanthesopsis patens (Roxb.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Melanthesopsis patens oblongifolia Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Melanthesopsis patens turbinata (Oken) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Melanthesopsis patens vulgaris Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Melanthesopsis variabilis Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus naviluri Miq. ex Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus patens Roxb. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus pomaceus Moon [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus retusus Dennst. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus suffultus Wall. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus turbinatus J.Koenig ex Roxb. [illegitimate]
  • Sauropus elegantissimus Ridl. [unknown]
  • Breynia angustifolia Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Breynia hyposauropus Croizat [unknown]
  • Breynia microphylla angustifolia (Hook.f.) Airy Shaw [unknown]
  • Breynia patens (Roxb.) Rolfe [unknown]
  • Breynia turbinata (Oken) Cordem. [unknown]
  • Breynia patens (Roxb.) Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Breynia retusa (also called retuse breynia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It grows in wet meadows and shallow water, and has a rosette of small, oval leaves. Its flowers are small and white, and are borne on a tall, thin stem.

Uses & Benefits

Breynia retusa is an ornamental plant that is used for landscaping and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headache, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Breynia retusa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are thin, light green, and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Breynia retusa is a terrestrial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a container with a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Breynia retusa

Breynia retusa is native to tropical Asia.

Breynia retusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Breynia retusa?

Breynia retusa

What is the common name of Breynia retusa?

Breynia retusa

What is the natural habitat of Breynia retusa?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-24438: Based on the initial data import
Arthur Hugh Garfit Alston (1902-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alston' in the authors string.
August Wilhelm Dennstedt (1776-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dennst.' in the authors string.