Brachyloma stenolobum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenolobum
ID:
1329212
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hislop & Cranfield
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 24: 259 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341666
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brachyloma stenolobum (also called 'Stenolobum Brachyloma', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a short stem with two to four leaves, and a single flower with a white lip and yellow petals. It grows in humid forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Brachyloma stenolobum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a border plant, and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachyloma stenolobum is a white, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are thin and green with long stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brachyloma stenolobum is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Brachyloma stenolobum
Brachyloma stenolobum is found in China.
Brachyloma stenolobum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachyloma stenolobum?
Brachyloma stenolobum
What is the family of Brachyloma stenolobum?
Gesneriaceae
What is the common name of Brachyloma stenolobum?
Stenolobum Brachyloma
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
Raymond Jeffrey Cranfield (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cranfield' in the authors string.
Michael Clyde Hislop (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hislop' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77145378-1: Based on the initial data import