Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
gamosepala
ID:
572705

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

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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.

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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 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2683139: Based on the initial data import
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.