Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
cymosa
ID:
572850

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 80: 207 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572182

Common Names

  • Brexiella cymosa
  • Cymose Brexiella
  • Cymosa Brexiella

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Description

Brexiella cymosa (also called Cymose Brexiella, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It grows up to 3 meters in height and has glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Brexiella cymosa is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as a tonic. It is also used to treat fever, rheumatism, and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brexiella cymosa has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a slightly serrated margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brexiella cymosa is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Brexiella cymosa

Brexiella cymosa is native to Madagascar.

Brexiella cymosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brexiella cymosa?

Brexiella cymosa

What is the natural habitat of Brexiella cymosa?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common uses of Brexiella cymosa?

Ornamental plant, medicinal uses

Species in the Brexiella genus

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, 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,