Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
hookeri
ID:
398303

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 2: 737 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397635

Common Names

  • Brassaiopsis hookeri
  • Hooker's Brassaiopsis
  • Hooker's False Aralia

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Description

Brassaiopsis hookeri (also called 'Hooker's Brassaiopsis', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has an upright habit and grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, white flowers with yellow centres and toothed, oblong leaves. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Brassaiopsis hookeri is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It has attractive, bright green foliage and produces small, white flowers in the spring. It is also known for its ability to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brassaiopsis hookeri has yellow flowers with red centers, and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brassaiopsis hookeri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and require regular watering.

Where to Find Brassaiopsis hookeri

Brassaiopsis hookeri is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia. It can be found in tropical rainforests and montane forests.

Brassaiopsis hookeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brassaiopsis hookeri?

Brassaiopsis hookeri

What is the common name of Brassaiopsis hookeri?

Hooker's Brassaiopsis

What type of plant is Brassaiopsis hookeri?

Perennial Flower

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-24132: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.