Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
subterblanca
ID:
415574

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.E.C.Fisch.) C.E.C.Fisch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1939: 98 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000414906



Common Names

  • Subterblanca Breynia
  • Subterblanca Snowbush
  • Subterblanca Snow-bush


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Synonyms

  • Sauropus subterblancus (C.E.C.Fisch.) Welzen [unknown]
  • Glochidion subterblancum C.E.C.Fisch. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus subterblancus (C.E.C.Fisch.) Chakrab. & N.P.Balakr. [unknown]

Description

Breynia subterblanca (also called Subterblanca Breynia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is a woody, evergreen shrub with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to the Canary Islands, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Breynia subterblanca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Breynia subterblanca are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, round leaves and thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Breynia subterblanca is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It is best to plant in the spring or fall. The seeds should be sown in a shallow trench and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 6 inches apart. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a sunny location and spaced about 6 inches apart.

Where to Find Breynia subterblanca

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

Breynia subterblanca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Breynia subterblanca?

Breynia subterblanca

What is the family of Breynia subterblanca?

Phyllanthaceae

What is the common name of Breynia subterblanca?

White-Bark 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,