Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Species:
bracteata
ID:
572748

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch ex Hassk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 1: 187 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572080



Common Names

  • Bredemeyera bracteata
  • Bracteata Bredemeyera
  • Bracteata Bredemeyera


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Description

Bredemeyera bracteata (also called Bracted Bredemeyera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Polypodiaceae. It is found in tropical Africa, with its native regions including Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, usually in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bredemeyera bracteata is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bredemeyera bracteata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a slightly serrated margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bredemeyera bracteata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is a low-growing plant, growing to a height of 10-20 cm. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the fall in a sheltered location. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Bredemeyera bracteata

Bredemeyera bracteata can be found in tropical and subtropical Asia, from India to China and Japan.

Bredemeyera bracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bredemeyera bracteata?

Bredemeyera bracteata

What is the common name of Bredemeyera bracteata?

Bracted Bredemeyera

Where is Bredemeyera bracteata native to?

Madagascar

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References

Justus Carl Hasskarl (1811-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassk.' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:690108-1: Based on the initial data import