Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Canellales
Genus:
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
657325

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miers

Source:
cmp

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist. , ser. 3, 2: 47 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656657



Common Names

  • Brazilian Winter's Bark
  • Drimys brasiliensis
  • Brazilian Winter's Bark


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Synonyms

  • Drimys brasiliensis montana Hauman [unknown]
  • Drimys brasiliensis retorta (Miers) A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Drimys granadensis campestris A.St.-Hil. [unknown]
  • Drimys retorta Miers [unknown]
  • Drimys winteri revoluta Eichler [unknown]
  • Drimys brasiliensis campestris (A.St.-Hil.) Miers [unknown]
  • Drimys brasiliensis brasiliensis [unknown]

Description

Drimys brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Winter's Bark, among many other common names) is a species of clubmoss native to tropical Africa. It is a small, evergreen, perennial herb with a creeping habit, growing to 15 cm tall by 30 cm wide. It is found in grassland, open woodland, and rocky slopes in its native regions.

Uses & Benefits

Drimys brasiliensis has been used as a medicinal plant for centuries. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments including fever, colds, and stomach problems. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Drimys brasiliensis sub. subalpina Ehrend. & Gottsb.
Drimys brasiliensis sub. sylvatica (A.St.-Hil.) Ehrend. & Gottsb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Drimys brasiliensis are small, yellowish-green, and inconspicuous. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drimys brasiliensis is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants.

Where to Find Drimys brasiliensis

Drimys brasiliensis is native to Brazil, at elevations of 1,500-3,500 m.

Drimys brasiliensis FAQ

What is the common name of Drimys brasiliensis?

Brazilian Winter's Bark

What type of plant is Drimys brasiliensis?

Evergreen Tree

What is the scientific name of Drimys brasiliensis?

Drimys brasiliensis

Species in the Winteraceae family

Drimys andina, Drimys angustifolia, Drimys brasiliensis, Drimys confertifolia, Drimys granadensis, Drimys roraimensis, Drimys winteri, Pseudowintera insperata, Pseudowintera axillaris, Pseudowintera colorata, Pseudowintera traversii, Takhtajania perrieri, Tasmannia xerophila, Tasmannia vickeriana, Tasmannia verticillata, Tasmannia rubiginosa, Tasmannia beccariana, Tasmannia elongata, Tasmannia dictyophlebia, Tasmannia densifolia, Tasmannia cyclopum, Tasmannia coriacea, Tasmannia grandiflora, Tasmannia hatamensis, Tasmannia arfakensis, Tasmannia acutifolia, Tasmannia rosea, Tasmannia reticulata, Tasmannia pachyphylla, Tasmannia glaucifolia, Tasmannia obovata, Tasmannia membranea, Tasmannia macrantha, Tasmannia oligandra, Tasmannia insipida, Tasmannia lanceolata, Tasmannia purpurascens, Tasmannia stipitata, Tasmannia piperita, Tasmannia brassii, Tasmannia parviflora, Tasmannia pittosporoides, Tasmannia montis-wilhelmii, Tasmannia lamii, Tasmannia fistulosa, Tasmannia microphylla, Tasmannia vaccinioides, Tasmannia myrtoides, Zygogynum megacarpum, Zygogynum montanum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2777899: Based on the initial data import
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.