Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
shweliensis
ID:
399441

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.W.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 10: 13 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398773

Common Names

  • Brassaiopsis shweliensis
  • Shwele's Brassaiopsis
  • Shwele's False Dandelion

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Synonyms

  • Brassaiopsis karmalaica Philipson [unknown]
  • Brassaiopsis suberipetala K.M.Feng & Y.R.Li [unknown]

Description

Brassaiopsis shweliensis (also called Shwe-li brassaiopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady forests, forming dense thickets of foliage.

Uses & Benefits

Brassaiopsis shweliensis is an ornamental plant that is used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used for erosion control and can be used as a food source for wildlife. It has medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin conditions, digestive problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brassaiopsis shweliensis has small, yellow flowers with white centers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brassaiopsis shweliensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is native to New Zealand and is found in coastal areas, lowland forests, and scrubland. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Once established, Brassaiopsis shweliensis requires little maintenance and is tolerant of dry conditions.

Where to Find Brassaiopsis shweliensis

Brassaiopsis shweliensis can be found in Myanmar.

Brassaiopsis shweliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brassaiopsis shweliensis?

Brassaiopsis shweliensis

What is the common name of Brassaiopsis shweliensis?

Shwelien's Brassaiopsis

What type of habitat does Brassaiopsis shweliensis prefer?

It prefers moist, shady areas with acidic soil.

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-24157: Based on the initial data import
William Wright Smith (1875-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Sm.' in the authors string.