Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
stellata
ID:
400012

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.M.Feng

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Fl. Yunnanica 2: 463 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000399344

Common Names

  • Brassaiopsis stellata
  • Star-shaped Brassaiopsis
  • Stellata Brassaiopsis

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Description

Brassaiopsis stellata (also called Star-shaped Brassaiopsis, among many other common names) is a small tree that grows up to 15 meters in height. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. Its leaves are alternate, ovate, and have a star-shaped pattern.

Uses & Benefits

Brassaiopsis stellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Brassaiopsis stellata are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brassaiopsis stellata is a perennial shrub that is native to the tropical regions of Asia. It is easy to propagate by stem cuttings or by division of the root system. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water once established.

Where to Find Brassaiopsis stellata

Brassaiopsis stellata is native to the Canary Islands.

Brassaiopsis stellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brassaiopsis stellata?

Brassaiopsis stellata

What is the family of Brassaiopsis stellata?

Araliaceae

Where is Brassaiopsis stellata found?

India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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-24167: Based on the initial data import
Feng Guomei (1917-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Feng' in the authors string.