Brachyloma depressum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
depressum
ID:
570988
Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) Benth.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 4: 173 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570320
Common Names
- Brachyloma depressum
- Depressum Brachyloma
- Brachyloma Depressum
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- Lissanthe depressa F.Muell. [valid]
- Styphelia depressa F.Muell. [valid]
Description
Brachyloma depressum (also called Depressed Brachyloma, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brachyloma depressum has been used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It can also be used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachyloma depressum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of true leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brachyloma depressum is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in summer or early autumn and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Brachyloma depressum
Brachyloma depressum is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Brachyloma depressum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachyloma depressum?
Brachyloma depressum
What type of plant is Brachyloma depressum?
Herb
What is the natural habitat of Brachyloma depressum?
Grasslands
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.