Martensianthus breviflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
breviflorus
ID:
922559
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Borhidi & Salas-Mor.) Borhidi
Source:
wcs
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 53: 26 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000921894
Common Names
- Martensianthus breviflorus
- Breviflorus
- Martensianthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Martensianthus breviflorus (also called short-flowered martensianthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Brazil. It has small, white flowers and bright green, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Martensianthus breviflorus is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Martensianthus breviflorus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings have short, round leaves and a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Martensianthus breviflorus is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning should be done to keep the plant in shape.
Where to Find Martensianthus breviflorus
Martensianthus breviflorus can be found in Colombia.
Species in the Martensianthus genus
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-467514: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Silvia H. Salas-Morales: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salas-Mor.' in the authors string.