Brownea angustiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Little
Source:
ildis
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci.38: 93 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164530
Common Names
- Brownea angustiflora
- Scarlet Flame
- Scarlet Flame Tree
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- Brownea coccinea angustiflora (Little) Klitg. [unknown]
Description
Brownea angustiflora (also called 'Angustiflora', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry, tropical forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Brownea angustiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brownea angustiflora is a small, tubular, yellow-orange flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brownea angustiflora is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Once established, it requires regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Brownea angustiflora
Brownea angustiflora is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Brownea angustiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brownea angustiflora?
Brownea angustiflora
What is the common name of Brownea angustiflora?
Angustiflora Brownea
What is the natural habitat of Brownea angustiflora?
It is found in dry deciduous forests of Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador
Species in the Brownea genus
Brownea bolivarensis, Brownea leucantha, Brownea longipedicellata, Brownea multijuga, Brownea negrensis, Brownea puberula, Brownea similis, Brownea stenantha, Brownea birschellii, Brownea macrophylla, Brownea rosa-de-monte, Brownea gladisrojasiae, Brownea enricii, Brownea santanderensis, Brownea ariza, Brownea coccinea, Brownea grandiceps, Brownea hermesias, Brownea similis, Brownea macrophylla, Brownea gladysrojasiae, Brownea tillettiana, Brownea rosa-de-monte, Brownea jaramilloi, Brownea angustiflora, Brownea chocoana,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Elbert Luther Little (1907-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Little' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:37394-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Brownea angustiflora Little: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.