Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
brueckneriana
ID:
358401

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mildbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 13: 411 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357733

Common Names

  • Coleotrype brueckneriana
  • Brueckner's Coleotrype
  • Coleotrype

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Description

Coleotrype brueckneriana (also called Brueckner's Coleotrype, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South America. It is a small, evergreen shrub with long, slender branches and small, oval leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as deserts and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Coleotrype brueckneriana is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used as a ground cover in dry areas. It can also be used to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coleotrype brueckneriana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coleotrype brueckneriana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny position. Division should be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps when the plant is dormant.

Where to Find Coleotrype brueckneriana

Coleotrype brueckneriana is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Coleotrype brueckneriana FAQ

What are the common names of Coleotrype brueckneriana?

Coleotrype brueckneriana is commonly known as the African Teak.

What is the natural habitat of Coleotrype brueckneriana?

Coleotrype brueckneriana is native to Africa.

What is the growth rate of Coleotrype brueckneriana?

Coleotrype brueckneriana has a moderate growth rate of 13-24 inches per year.

Species in the Commelinaceae family

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