Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Species:
grisebachii
ID:
1020499

Status:
valid

Authors:
Amshoff

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Contr. Ocas. Mus. Hist. Nat. Colegio 'De La Salle' no. 15: 6. 1956

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001019837



Common Names

  • Grisebachii
  • Grisebachii Plant
  • Grisebachii Bush


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Description

Brunfelsia grisebachii (also called 'Grisebachii', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Colombia and Ecuador. It has large, oval leaves and white or purple flowers. It typically grows in moist, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brunfelsia grisebachii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in herbal medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brunfelsia grisebachii is a five-petaled, star-shaped bloom that is typically white or yellow in color. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brunfelsia grisebachii is a small evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 2-3 feet. It is native to the Caribbean and South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Brunfelsia grisebachii

Brunfelsia grisebachii can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Species in the Brunfelsia genus

Brunfelsia acunae, Brunfelsia amazonica, Brunfelsia americana, Brunfelsia australis, Brunfelsia boliviana, Brunfelsia bonodora, Brunfelsia brasiliensis, Brunfelsia burchellii, Brunfelsia cestroides, Brunfelsia chiricaspi, Brunfelsia chocoensis, Brunfelsia clandestina, Brunfelsia clarensis, Brunfelsia cuneifolia, Brunfelsia densifolia, Brunfelsia dwyeri, Brunfelsia grandiflora, Brunfelsia grisebachii, Brunfelsia guianensis, Brunfelsia hydrangeiformis, Brunfelsia imatacana, Brunfelsia jamaicensis, Brunfelsia lactea, Brunfelsia latifolia, Brunfelsia linearis, Brunfelsia macrocarpa, Brunfelsia macroloba, Brunfelsia maliformis, Brunfelsia martiana, Brunfelsia membranacea, Brunfelsia mire, Brunfelsia nitida, Brunfelsia obovata, Brunfelsia pauciflora, Brunfelsia picardae, Brunfelsia pilosa, Brunfelsia plicata, Brunfelsia plowmaniana, Brunfelsia pluriflora, Brunfelsia portoricensis, Brunfelsia purpurea, Brunfelsia rupestris, Brunfelsia shaferi, Brunfelsia sinuata, Brunfelsia splendida, Brunfelsia undulata, Brunfelsia uniflora, Brunfelsia cabiesesiana,

Species in the Solanaceae family

References

Gerda Jane Hillegonda Amshoff (1913-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Amshoff' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import