Mitracarpus breviflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
breviflorus
ID:
245509
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
wcs
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 5(6): 68 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244841
Common Names
- Breviflorus Mitracarpus
- Brachystigma Mitracarpus
- Brasiliensis Mitracarpus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mitracarpus breviflorus (also called Short-flowered Mitracarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 meters in height. It is native to Brazil, and is found in moist forests, wet limestone forests, and wet limestone savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Mitracarpus breviflorus has been used as a traditional medicine for a variety of ailments, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mitracarpus breviflorus is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mitracarpus breviflorus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist to wet soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.
Where to Find Mitracarpus breviflorus
Mitracarpus breviflorus can be found in Colombia and Venezuela.
Mitracarpus breviflorus FAQ
What is the common name of Mitracarpus breviflorus?
Short-flowered Mitracarpus
What is the natural habitat of Mitracarpus breviflorus?
Tropical forests
What is the average height of Mitracarpus breviflorus?
2-3 feet
Species in the Mitracarpus genus
Mitracarpus acunae, Mitracarpus anthospermoides, Mitracarpus bahorucanus, Mitracarpus baturitensis, Mitracarpus brachystigma, Mitracarpus brasiliensis, Mitracarpus breviflorus, Mitracarpus brevis, Mitracarpus christii, Mitracarpus decumbens, Mitracarpus depauperatus, Mitracarpus eichleri, Mitracarpus eritrichoides, Mitracarpus filipes, Mitracarpus fischeri, Mitracarpus flagellatus, Mitracarpus fortunii, Mitracarpus frigidus, Mitracarpus glabrescens, Mitracarpus haitiensis, Mitracarpus hasslerianus, Mitracarpus hirtus, Mitracarpus laeteviridis, Mitracarpus lhotzkianus, Mitracarpus linearifolius, Mitracarpus linearis, Mitracarpus maxwelliae, Mitracarpus megapotamicus, Mitracarpus microspermus, Mitracarpus parvulus, Mitracarpus polycladus, Mitracarpus portoricensis, Mitracarpus pusillus, Mitracarpus recurvatus, Mitracarpus rigidifolius, Mitracarpus rizzinianus, Mitracarpus sagranus, Mitracarpus salzmannianus, Mitracarpus scaberulus, Mitracarpus schizangius, Mitracarpus squarrosus, Mitracarpus steyermarkii, Mitracarpus tenuis, Mitracarpus longicalyx, Mitracarpus bicrucis, Mitracarpus aristatus, Mitracarpus capitatus, Mitracarpus carnosus, Mitracarpus falcatus, Mitracarpus floribundus,
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-128712: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.