Status:
valid
Authors:
Echtern.
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 64: 30 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317204
Common Names
- Comanthera brunnea
- Brunnea Comanthera
- Comanthera ovalifolia
Description
Comanthera brunnea (also called Comanthera brunnea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Comanthera brunnea is used for its edible fruits, which are rich in vitamins and minerals. The leaves are used for thatching roofs and for making baskets and mats. The wood is used for construction, furniture, and fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Comanthera brunnea has small, white flowers and produces small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, unbranched stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Comanthera brunnea is a tropical plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is best done by seed or division.
Where to Find Comanthera brunnea
Comanthera brunnea is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Comanthera brunnea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Comanthera brunnea?
Comanthera brunnea
What is the common name of Comanthera brunnea?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Comanthera brunnea?
Tropical and subtropical moist forests
Species in the Comanthera genus
Comanthera kegeliana,
Comanthera harleyi,
Comanthera euschemus,
Comanthera elegantula,
Comanthera elegans,
Comanthera dealbata,
Comanthera curralensis,
Comanthera brasiliana,
Comanthera bisulcata,
Comanthera bahiensis,
Comanthera aurifibrata,
Comanthera aciphylla,
Comanthera hatschbachii,
Comanthera xeranthemoides,
Comanthera caespitosa,
Comanthera centauroides,
Comanthera reflexa,
Comanthera jenmanii,
Comanthera floccosa,
Comanthera circinnata,
Comanthera cipoensis,
Comanthera giuliettiae,
Comanthera suberosa,
Comanthera ruprechtiana,
Comanthera paepalophylla,
Comanthera nivea,
Comanthera nitida,
Comanthera magnifica,
Comanthera imbricata,
Comanthera mucugensis,
Comanthera lanosa,
Comanthera retroflexa,
Comanthera pignalii,
Comanthera brunnea,
Comanthera dimera,
Comanthera angustifolia,
Comanthera tricostata,
Comanthera borbae,
Species in the Eriocaulaceae family
Comanthera kegeliana,
Comanthera harleyi,
Comanthera euschemus,
Comanthera elegantula,
Comanthera elegans,
Comanthera dealbata,
Comanthera curralensis,
Comanthera brasiliana,
Comanthera bisulcata,
Comanthera bahiensis,
Comanthera aurifibrata,
Comanthera aciphylla,
Comanthera hatschbachii,
Comanthera xeranthemoides,
Comanthera caespitosa,
Comanthera centauroides,
Comanthera reflexa,
Comanthera jenmanii,
Comanthera floccosa,
Comanthera circinnata,
Comanthera cipoensis,
Comanthera giuliettiae,
Comanthera suberosa,
Comanthera ruprechtiana,
Comanthera paepalophylla,
Comanthera nivea,
Comanthera nitida,
Comanthera magnifica,
Comanthera imbricata,
Comanthera mucugensis,
Comanthera lanosa,
Comanthera retroflexa,
Comanthera pignalii,
Comanthera brunnea,
Comanthera dimera,
Comanthera angustifolia,
Comanthera tricostata,
Comanthera borbae,
Eriocaulon abyssinicum,
Eriocaulon achiton,
Eriocaulon acutibracteatum,
Eriocaulon acutifolium,
Eriocaulon adamesii,
Eriocaulon aethiopicum,
Eriocaulon africanum,
Eriocaulon afzelianum,
Eriocaulon albocapitatum,
Eriocaulon alleizettei,
Eriocaulon alpestre,
Eriocaulon alpinum,