Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
minor
ID:
571243

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.A.Bruce

Source:
cmp

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Fl. Pl. Africa 28: t. 1096A 1951

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570575

Common Names

  • Minor Brachystelma
  • Minor African Daisy
  • African Daisy

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Description

Brachystelma minor (also called Small Brachystelma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is found in South Africa, with its native regions including the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Western Cape. It is a perennial herb, typically found in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brachystelma minor is used as a timber tree for furniture, construction, and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachystelma minor is a small, yellowish-white flower with a long, slender corolla tube. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachystelma minor is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny position. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 5 cm tall.

Where to Find Brachystelma minor

Brachystelma minor is native to South Africa.

Brachystelma minor FAQ

What are the common uses of Brachystelma minor?

Brachystelma minor is commonly used for ornamental purposes.

What is the growth rate of Brachystelma minor?

The growth rate of Brachystelma minor is slow to medium.

What is the average height of Brachystelma minor?

The average height of Brachystelma minor is between 10-20 centimeters.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2681621: Based on the initial data import
Eileen Adelaide Bruce (1905-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.A.Bruce' in the authors string.