Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
breviflora
ID:
388807

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 10: 493 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388139



Common Names

  • Ourisia breviflora
  • Breviflora Ourisia
  • Breviflora-leaf Ourisia


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Description

Ourisia breviflora (also called Short-flowered Ourisia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to New Zealand and grows in alpine grasslands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ourisia breviflora is a flowering plant native to New Zealand. It is a popular ornamental plant, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a range of ailments, including headaches, skin problems, and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ourisia breviflora sub. uniflora (Phil.) Meudt
Ourisia breviflora sub. breviflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ourisia breviflora has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ourisia breviflora is a perennial shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in spring or autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Ourisia breviflora

Ourisia breviflora can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and France.

Ourisia breviflora FAQ

What are the common names of Ourisia breviflora?

Ourisia breviflora is commonly known as the Short-flowered Ourisia plant.

What are the growing conditions for Ourisia breviflora?

Ourisia breviflora prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the average height of Ourisia breviflora?

Ourisia breviflora typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:806569-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].