Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Species:
moritziana
ID:
572787

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch ex Hassk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 1: 188 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572119



Common Names

  • Bredemeyera moritziana
  • Moritziana Bredemeyera
  • Moritz's Bredemeyera


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Description

Bredemeyera moritziana (also called Moritziana Bredemeyera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 8 m tall. It is found in moist forests, along rivers, and in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bredemeyera moritziana 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 moritziana 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 moritziana is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Bredemeyera moritziana

Bredemeyera moritziana is native to South Africa.

Bredemeyera moritziana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bredemeyera moritziana?

Bredemeyera moritziana

What is the natural habitat of Bredemeyera moritziana?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common uses of Bredemeyera moritziana?

Ornamental plant, medicinal uses

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2683216: Based on the initial data import
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.