Status:
valid
Authors:
Al-Shehbaz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 77: 843 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572037
Common Names
- Brayopsis gamosepala
- Gamosepala Brayopsis
- Gamosepala Brayopsis
Description
Brayopsis gamosepala (also called Gamosepalous 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
Brayopsis gamosepala 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
Brayopsis gamosepala has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have long, thin stems and oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brayopsis gamosepala is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. 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 Brayopsis gamosepala
Brayopsis gamosepala can be found in the Arctic regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.
Brayopsis gamosepala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brayopsis gamosepala?
Brayopsis gamosepala
What is the family of Brayopsis gamosepala?
Brassicaceae
What is the common name of Brayopsis gamosepala?
Gamosepalous Brayopsis
Species in the Brayopsis genus
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,