Sphaeradenia brachiolata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachiolata
ID:
740185
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Erikss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 126: 71 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000739518
Common Names
- Sphaeradenia Brachiolata
- Brachiolate Sphaeradenia
- Brachiolata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sphaeradenia brachiolata (also called 'Branched Sphaeradenia', among many other common names) is a small, shrub-like plant that is native to the tropical regions of South America. It typically grows in wet, low-lying areas such as swamps, marshes, and floodplains, and has long, thin, branched stems with small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Sphaeradenia brachiolata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and anti-tumor properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sphaeradenia brachiolata is white and star-shaped with 6 petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sphaeradenia brachiolata is a species of evergreen shrub native to China. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by layering. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C. It can be propagated by seed, but this is not recommended as it can take a long time for the seedlings to become established.
Where to Find Sphaeradenia brachiolata
Sphaeradenia brachiolata can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Sphaeradenia brachiolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sphaeradenia brachiolata?
Sphaeradenia brachiolata
What type of plant is Sphaeradenia brachiolata?
Herb
Where is Sphaeradenia brachiolata found?
South America
Species in the Sphaeradenia genus
Sphaeradenia crocea, Sphaeradenia steyermarkii, Sphaeradenia hamata, Sphaeradenia garciae, Sphaeradenia fosbergii, Sphaeradenia duidae, Sphaeradenia cuatrecasana, Sphaeradenia chiriquensis, Sphaeradenia buenaventurae, Sphaeradenia asplundii, Sphaeradenia angustifolia, Sphaeradenia amazonica, Sphaeradenia danielii, Sphaeradenia pterostigma, Sphaeradenia sphagnicola, Sphaeradenia sanctae-barbarae, Sphaeradenia rhodocephala, Sphaeradenia horrida, Sphaeradenia purpurea, Sphaeradenia pachystigma, Sphaeradenia oligostemon, Sphaeradenia lemaensis, Sphaeradenia laucheana, Sphaeradenia killipii, Sphaeradenia alleniana, Sphaeradenia stylosa, Sphaeradenia acutitepala, Sphaeradenia stenosperma, Sphaeradenia woodsonii, Sphaeradenia vallensis, Sphaeradenia perangusta, Sphaeradenia gigantea, Sphaeradenia versicolor, Sphaeradenia compacta, Sphaeradenia oxystigma, Sphaeradenia carnosa, Sphaeradenia crassiceps, Sphaeradenia magniglobula, Sphaeradenia brachiolata, Sphaeradenia distans, Sphaeradenia columnaris, Sphaeradenia proboscidifera, Sphaeradenia pallida, Sphaeradenia praetermissa, Sphaeradenia scandens, Sphaeradenia alba, Sphaeradenia pulchra, Sphaeradenia virella, Sphaeradenia meridionalis, Sphaeradenia occidentalis,
Species in the Cyclanthaceae family
Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-287907: Based on the initial data import
Roger Eriksson (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Erikss.' in the authors string.