Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
brassii
ID:
360202

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sleumer) C.M.Weiller

Source:
ksu

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 12: 213 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359534

Common Names

  • Brassii Honey-Myrtle
  • Brassii Prickly-Myrtle
  • Brassii Leptecophylla

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Synonyms

  • Styphelia brassii Sleumer [valid]

Description

Leptecophylla brassii (also called Brass's Leptecophylla, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, white, bell-shaped flowers and small, narrow leaves. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry sclerophyll forests, heathlands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Leptecophylla brassii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptecophylla brassii has small white flowers with a yellow centre and a hairy calyx. The seeds are small, brown and oval shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptecophylla brassii is an evergreen shrub native to the coastal regions of Australia. It grows in a variety of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained medium. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Leptecophylla brassii

Leptecophylla brassii can be found in Australia and New Zealand.

Leptecophylla brassii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptecophylla brassii?

Leptecophylla brassii

What is the common name of Leptecophylla brassii?

Brass's Leptecophylla

What is the natural habitat of Leptecophylla brassii?

Dry sclerophyll forest and heathland

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.
Carolyn M. Weiller: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Weiller' in the authors string.