Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
subindochinensis
ID:
415547

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Euphorb. Vietnam : 50 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000414879



Common Names

  • Subindochinese Breynia
  • Subindochinese Snowbush
  • Subindochinese Snow-bush


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Description

Breynia subindochinensis (also called Sub-Indochinese Breynia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows up to 2 meters in height and has white, yellow, or pink flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates and is found in open forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Breynia subindochinensis is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers, and is often used as a ground cover. It is also known to be a natural repellent for certain pests.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Breynia subindochinensis is a white, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Breynia subindochinensis is a small, evergreen shrub native to India. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and regular watering. It can also be propagated from seeds, but the seedlings take a long time to establish and may not survive in dry conditions.

Where to Find Breynia subindochinensis

Breynia subindochinensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in dry, open areas.

Breynia subindochinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Breynia subindochinensis?

Breynia subindochinensis

What is the family of Breynia subindochinensis?

Phyllanthaceae

What is the common name of Breynia subindochinensis?

Sub-Indochinese 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-24451: Based on the initial data import
Nghia Thin Nguyen (d.1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thin' in the authors string.