Brachyloma ericoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ericoides
ID:
570992
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltdl.) Sond.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 26: 247 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570324
Common Names
- Brachyloma ericoides
- Ericoides Brachyloma
- Brachyloma Ericoides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Lobopogon ericoides Schltdl. [valid]
- Styphelia lobopogona F.Muell. [valid]
Description
Brachyloma ericoides (also called Heath 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 ericoides 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Brachyloma ericoides sub. ericoidesBrachyloma ericoides sub. bicolor R.J.Bates
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachyloma ericoides 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 ericoides 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 ericoides
Brachyloma ericoides is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Brachyloma ericoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachyloma ericoides?
Brachyloma ericoides
What is the common name of Brachyloma ericoides?
Heath Brachyloma
Where is Brachyloma ericoides native to?
Australia
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
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.