Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
rhynchocarpa
ID:
415211

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 114 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000414543



Common Names

  • Breynia rhynchocarpa
  • Rhynchocarpa Breynia
  • Breynia


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Description

Breynia rhynchocarpa (also called Breynia rhynchocarpa, among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant, native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Breynia rhynchocarpa is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as a food additive and in the production of dyes and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Breynia rhynchocarpa is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Breynia rhynchocarpa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Breynia rhynchocarpa

Breynia rhynchocarpa is native to tropical Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.

Breynia rhynchocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Breynia rhynchocarpa?

Breynia rhynchocarpa

What is the common name of Breynia rhynchocarpa?

Fingerleaf snowbush

What is the natural habitat of Breynia rhynchocarpa?

Tropical and subtropical 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-24443: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.