Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
315469

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moldenke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 37: 239 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000314801



Common Names

  • Brazilian Vervain
  • Cajamarca Vervain
  • Calderon's Vervain


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Description

Stachytarpheta brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Vervain, among many other common names) is an erect, annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Brazil. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, often in disturbed areas, such as roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Stachytarpheta brasiliensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stachytarpheta brasiliensis is a small, tubular, two-lipped flower with a white or pale blue corolla. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with light green, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachytarpheta brasiliensis is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Stachytarpheta brasiliensis

Stachytarpheta brasiliensis is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates, in areas with moist soils. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Stachytarpheta brasiliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachytarpheta brasiliensis?

Stachytarpheta brasiliensis

What is the common name of Stachytarpheta brasiliensis?

Brazilian Velvet-plant

What is the natural habitat of Stachytarpheta brasiliensis?

It is native to Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina

Species in the Stachytarpheta genus

Stachytarpheta abortiva, Stachytarpheta acuminata, Stachytarpheta adulterina, Stachytarpheta ajugifolia, Stachytarpheta albiflora, Stachytarpheta almasensis, Stachytarpheta amplexicaulis, Stachytarpheta andersonii, Stachytarpheta angolensis, Stachytarpheta bicolor, Stachytarpheta boldinghii, Stachytarpheta brasiliensis, Stachytarpheta cajamarcensis, Stachytarpheta calderonii, Stachytarpheta candida, Stachytarpheta canescens, Stachytarpheta cayennensis, Stachytarpheta cearensis, Stachytarpheta coccinea, Stachytarpheta commutata, Stachytarpheta confertifolia, Stachytarpheta crassifolia, Stachytarpheta debilis, Stachytarpheta diamantinensis, Stachytarpheta discolor, Stachytarpheta elegans, Stachytarpheta frantzii, Stachytarpheta friedrichsthalii, Stachytarpheta froesii, Stachytarpheta fruticosa, Stachytarpheta gesnerioides, Stachytarpheta glabra, Stachytarpheta glauca, Stachytarpheta gracilis, Stachytarpheta hassleri, Stachytarpheta hintonii, Stachytarpheta hirsutissima, Stachytarpheta hispida, Stachytarpheta hybrida, Stachytarpheta indica, Stachytarpheta integrifolia, Stachytarpheta intercedens, Stachytarpheta jamaicensis, Stachytarpheta lacunosa, Stachytarpheta lanata, Stachytarpheta linearis, Stachytarpheta longiflora, Stachytarpheta longespicata, Stachytarpheta lopez-palacii, Stachytarpheta luisana,

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Harold Norman Moldenke (1909-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moldenke' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:243308-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].