Plukenetia brachybotrya - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachybotrya
ID:
279692
Status:
valid
Authors:
Müll.Arg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 158 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279024
Common Names
- Brachybotrya Plukenetia
- Plukenetia Brachybotrya
- Brachybotrya Plukenetia
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- Apodandra brachybotrya (Müll.Arg.) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
- Apodandra buchtienii Pax [unknown]
- Plukenetia buchtienii Pax [unknown]
Description
Plukenetia brachybotrya (also called Short-fruited Sesame, among many other common names) is a species of plant found in tropical Africa. It is an annual herb with a stem up to 1 m tall. The leaves are alternate and ovate-oblong in shape. The flowers are small and yellowish-green in color. The fruits are small, round, and black in color.
Uses & Benefits
Plukenetia brachybotrya is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white, fragrant flowers with a yellow center. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Thin, green stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Plukenetia brachybotrya can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun.
Where to Find Plukenetia brachybotrya
Plukenetia brachybotrya is native to Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Plukenetia brachybotrya FAQ
What is the scientific name of Plukenetia brachybotrya?
Plukenetia brachybotrya
What is the natural habitat of Plukenetia brachybotrya?
It is native to tropical Africa.
What are the common names of Plukenetia brachybotrya?
It is commonly known as the Brachybotry Plumeria or the Brachybotry Plumeria Tree.
Species in the Plukenetia genus
Plukenetia africana, Plukenetia brachybotrya, Plukenetia carabiasiae, Plukenetia conophora, Plukenetia corniculata, Plukenetia lehmanniana, Plukenetia loretensis, Plukenetia madagascariensis, Plukenetia multiglandulosa, Plukenetia penninervia, Plukenetia polyadenia, Plukenetia procumbens, Plukenetia serrata, Plukenetia stipellata, Plukenetia supraglandulosa, Plukenetia verrucosa, Plukenetia volubilis, Plukenetia ankaranensis, Plukenetia decidua, Plukenetia huayllabambana, Plukenetia carolis-vegae,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-161482: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.