Astrotricha brachyandra - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachyandra
ID:
294959
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.R.Bean
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 5: 65 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294291
Common Names
- Astrotricha brachyandra
- Brachyandra
- Astrotricha
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astrotricha brachyandra (also called Short-stalked Star-flower, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers and small, round, black berries. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Astrotricha brachyandra is used for making baskets, mats, and hats. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin infections and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astrotricha brachyandra is a white or yellowish-white, tubular, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Astrotricha brachyandra: This plant is easily propagated from seed and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly.
Where to Find Astrotricha brachyandra
Astrotricha brachyandra is native to tropical Africa.
Astrotricha brachyandra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astrotricha brachyandra?
Astrotricha brachyandra
What are the common names of Astrotricha brachyandra?
Brachyandra Astrotricha
Where is Astrotricha brachyandra found?
It is found in the tropical forests of Mexico and Central America
Species in the Astrotricha genus
Astrotricha asperifolia, Astrotricha biddulphiana, Astrotricha brachyandra, Astrotricha cordata, Astrotricha crassifolia, Astrotricha floccosa, Astrotricha glabra, Astrotricha hamptonii, Astrotricha intermedia, Astrotricha latifolia, Astrotricha ledifolia, Astrotricha linearis, Astrotricha longifolia, Astrotricha obovata, Astrotricha obtusifolia, Astrotricha parvifolia, Astrotricha pauciflora, Astrotricha pterocarpa, Astrotricha roddii, Astrotricha umbrosa,
Species in the Araliaceae family
Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17614: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Bean (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Bean' in the authors string.