Brexiella ilicifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ilicifolia
ID:
572851
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Perrier
Source:
cmp
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 80: 207 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572183
Common Names
- Brexiella ilicifolia
- Holly-Leaved Brexiella
- Ilicifolia Brexiella
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brexiella ilicifolia (also called Holly-leaved 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 ilicifolia 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
The flower of Brexiella ilicifolia is a small, white flower with 4 petals and 4 sepals. The seed of Brexiella ilicifolia is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Brexiella ilicifolia are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Brexiella ilicifolia 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 ilicifolia
Brexiella ilicifolia is native to Madagascar.
Brexiella ilicifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brexiella ilicifolia?
Brexiella ilicifolia
What type of plant is Brexiella ilicifolia?
It is a shrub
Where is Brexiella ilicifolia found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2683288: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.