Brachyloma baxteri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baxteri
ID:
1333154
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Cunn. ex DC.) Puente-Lel.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 28: 384 (2015 publ. 2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345608
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brachyloma baxteri (also called Baxter's Brachyloma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Brachyloma baxteri is a native Australian plant that is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brachyloma baxteri has small, white to pale yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have lance-shaped leaves with serrated edges.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brachyloma baxteri can be propagated by division or by seed. It requires a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be grown in well-draining, acidic soil and watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Brachyloma baxteri
Brachyloma baxteri can be found in Australia.
Brachyloma baxteri FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Brachyloma baxteri?
Brachyloma baxteri prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)
What is the ideal light for Brachyloma baxteri?
Brachyloma baxteri prefers bright, indirect light.
What type of soil does Brachyloma baxteri need?
Brachyloma baxteri prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix.
Species in the Brachyloma genus
Brachyloma baxteri, Brachyloma ciliatum, Brachyloma daphnoides, Brachyloma delbi, Brachyloma depressum, Brachyloma ericoides, Brachyloma mogin, Brachyloma nguba, Brachyloma preissii, Brachyloma saxicola, Brachyloma scortechinii, Brachyloma geissoloma, Brachyloma djerral, Brachyloma elusum, Brachyloma stenolobum,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.
Caroline Puente-Lelièvre: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Puente-Lel.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77154919-1: Based on the initial data import