Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
396569

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.M.Feng

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Fl. Yunnanica 2: 471 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395901

Common Names

  • Angustifolia Brassaiopsis
  • Narrow-leaved Brassaiopsis
  • Slender-leaved Brassaiopsis

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Description

Brassaiopsis angustifolia (also called 'Narrow-leaved Brassaiopsis', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has large, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Brassaiopsis angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brassaiopsis angustifolia has yellowish-green flowers with three petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are green and have two seed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brassaiopsis angustifolia is a small evergreen shrub native to the mountains of eastern Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Brassaiopsis angustifolia

Brassaiopsis angustifolia is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, specifically in Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. It can be found in the understory of the rainforest, in areas with high humidity and plenty of shade.

Brassaiopsis angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brassaiopsis angustifolia?

Brassaiopsis angustifolia

What is the common name of Brassaiopsis angustifolia?

Chinese evergreen

What is the natural habitat of Brassaiopsis angustifolia?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Brassaiopsis genus

Brassaiopsis grushvitzkyi, Brassaiopsis aculeata, Brassaiopsis andamanica, Brassaiopsis angustifolia, Brassaiopsis calcarea, Brassaiopsis castaneifolia, Brassaiopsis chengkangensis, Brassaiopsis ciliata, Brassaiopsis dumicola, Brassaiopsis elegans, Brassaiopsis ferruginea, Brassaiopsis ficifolia, Brassaiopsis glomerulata, Brassaiopsis gracilis, Brassaiopsis griffithii, Brassaiopsis hainla, Brassaiopsis hispida, Brassaiopsis hookeri, Brassaiopsis kwangsiensis, Brassaiopsis magnifica, Brassaiopsis minor, Brassaiopsis mitis, Brassaiopsis moumingensis, Brassaiopsis phanrangensis, Brassaiopsis producta, Brassaiopsis quercifolia, Brassaiopsis resecta, Brassaiopsis rockii, Brassaiopsis rufosetosa, Brassaiopsis shweliensis, Brassaiopsis simplex, Brassaiopsis simplicifolia, Brassaiopsis stellata, Brassaiopsis sumatrana, Brassaiopsis tibetanus, Brassaiopsis triloba, Brassaiopsis trilobata, Brassaiopsis tripteris, Brassaiopsis variabilis, Brassaiopsis bodinieri, Brassaiopsis ficifolioides, Brassaiopsis gigantea, Brassaiopsis nhatrangensis, Brassaiopsis pseudoficifolia, Brassaiopsis spinosissima,

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-24101: Based on the initial data import
Feng Guomei (1917-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Feng' in the authors string.