Species:
hedraiantheroides
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Ford
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 62: 16 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332505
Common Names
- Brassiantha hedraiantheroides
- Hedraiantheroides Brassiantha
- Hedraiantheroides Brassiantha
Description
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides (also called Hedraiantheroides Brassiantha, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to South Africa. It is found in grasslands and scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brassiantha hedraiantheroides is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a white stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides is a perennial plant that is best grown in a well-draining, organic-rich soil mix. It should be kept in a bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the clumps or by seed.
Where to Find Brassiantha hedraiantheroides
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides is native to China.
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassiantha hedraiantheroides?
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides
What is the common name of Brassiantha hedraiantheroides?
Hedraiantheroides Brassiantha
Where is Brassiantha hedraiantheroides native to?
China
Species in the Brassiantha genus
Species in the Celastraceae family
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Allocassine laurifolia,
Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,