Status:
valid
Authors:
Al-Shehbaz, Trinidad, A.Cano & P.Gonzáles
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 383(1): 113. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331168
Description
Brayopsis limensis (also called Limen Brayopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has a stem that is up to 1 meter tall and white flowers that are up to 2 cm in diameter. It grows in sunny and humid habitats, such as savannas and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Brayopsis limensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brayopsis limensis has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short hypocotyl.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brayopsis limensis is a shrub native to the Andean region of South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be protected from direct sunlight.
Where to Find Brayopsis limensis
Brayopsis limensis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, mainly in Brazil and Peru.
Brayopsis limensis FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Brayopsis limensis?
Brayopsis limensis prefers temperatures between 70-85°F (21-29°C)
What is the ideal light for Brayopsis limensis?
Brayopsis limensis prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the ideal humidity for Brayopsis limensis?
Brayopsis limensis prefers a humidity level of 50-70%
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,
References
Paúl Gonzáles: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Gonzáles' in the authors string.
Huber Trinidad: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trinidad' in the authors string.