Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
nhatrangensis
ID:
808582

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bui) J.Wen & Lowry

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 28: 189 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000807916

Common Names

  • Brassaiopsis nhatrangensis
  • Nhatrangensis Brassaiopsis
  • Nhatrangensis Star-Creeper

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Description

Brassaiopsis nhatrangensis (also called Nha Trang Brassaiopsis, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid and shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Brassaiopsis nhatrangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, coughs, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brassaiopsis nhatrangensis has small, star-shaped, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brassaiopsis nhatrangensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy to USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sandy mix and lightly covered. Keep the soil moist and warm until germination occurs.

Where to Find Brassaiopsis nhatrangensis

Brassaiopsis nhatrangensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Brassaiopsis nhatrangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brassaiopsis nhatrangensis?

Brassaiopsis nhatrangensis

What is the common name of Brassaiopsis nhatrangensis?

Nhatrang Brassaiopsis

What is the natural habitat of Brassaiopsis nhatrangensis?

Tropical rainforests

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-346152: Based on the initial data import
Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
Jun Wen (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Wen' in the authors string.
Ngoc-Sanh Bui: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bui' in the authors string.