Bruinsmia polysperma - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polysperma
ID:
573439
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) Steenis
Source:
cmp
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 86: 393 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572771
Common Names
- Bruinsmia Polysperma
- Many-seeded Bruinsmia
- Bruinsmia
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- Styrax polyspermus C.B.Clarke & C.E.Parkinson [unknown]
Description
Bruinsmia polysperma (also called 'Polyspermum' and 'Polysperma', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, dark green leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in sunny, dry areas and is often found in rocky areas and on hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Bruinsmia polysperma is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder for animals, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bruinsmia polysperma is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and oval-shaped.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bruinsmia polysperma is a tropical evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It prefers a warm, humid climate and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Bruinsmia polysperma
Bruinsmia polysperma is native to tropical Asia and can be found in moist forest areas.
Bruinsmia polysperma FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bruinsmia polysperma?
Bruinsmia polysperma
What are the common names of Bruinsmia polysperma?
Mangrove Apple, Mangrove Bitter Apple
What are the uses of Bruinsmia polysperma?
Timber, fuel, and medicine
Species in the Bruinsmia genus
Species in the Styracaceae family
Alniphyllum eberhardtii, Alniphyllum fortunei, Alniphyllum pterospermum, Bruinsmia polysperma, Bruinsmia styracoides, Changiostyrax dolichocarpus, Halesia carolina, Halesia diptera, Huodendron tibeticum, Huodendron biaristatum, Huodendron tomentosum, Huodendron parvifolium, Huodendron siamicum, Melliodendron xylocarpum, Parastyrax lacei, Pterostyrax corymbosus, Pterostyrax hispidus, Pterostyrax psilophyllus, Rehderodendron microcarpum, Rehderodendron kweichowense, Rehderodendron macrocarpum, Rehderodendron kwangtungense, Rehderodendron indochinense, Rehderodendron truongsonense, Rehderodendron burmanicum, Rehderodendron macrophyllum, Sinojackia xylocarpa, Sinojackia rehderiana, Sinojackia henryi, Sinojackia sarcocarpa, Sinojackia microcarpa, Sinojackia oblongicarpa, Sinojackia huangmeiensis, Styrax racemosus, Styrax Styrax, Styrax Valvatae, Perkinsiodendron macgregorii,
References
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Cornelis Gijsbert Gerrit Jan van Steenis (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steenis' in the authors string.