Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
thorild-wulffii
ID:
572683

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ostenf.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Meddel. Grønland 64: 176 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572015

Common Names

  • Braya thorild-wulffii
  • Thorild-wulffii Braya
  • Thorild-wulffii Braya

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Synonyms

  • Braya pilosa thorild-wulffii (Ostenf.) V.V.Petrovsky [unknown]
  • Braya purpurascens thorild-wulffii (Ostenf.) Hultén [unknown]
  • Braya purpurascens thorild-wulffii (Ostenf.) B.Boivin [unknown]
  • Braya thorild-wulffii thorild-wulffii [unknown]
  • Braya thorild-wulffii glabrata J.G.Harris [unknown]

Description

Braya thorild-wulffii (also called Thorild-Wulff's Braya, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with a thick, tuberous rootstock. It is native to South Africa and grows in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Braya thorild-wulffii is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Braya thorild-wulffii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Braya thorild-wulffii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Arctic and Subarctic regions of North America. It is a low-growing plant, growing to a height of 10-20 cm. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the fall in a sheltered location. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Braya thorild-wulffii

Braya thorild-wulffii can be found in the Arctic regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.

Braya thorild-wulffii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Braya thorild-wulffii?

Braya thorild-wulffii

What is the family of Braya thorild-wulffii?

Brassicaceae

What is the common name of Braya thorild-wulffii?

Thorild-Wulff's Braya

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

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