Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gladysrojasiae
ID:
1061795

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Velásquez & G.Agostini

Source:
tro

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Ernstia5: 1 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001061133

Common Names

  • Brownea gladysrojasiae
  • Brownea
  • Gladysrojasiae

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Description

Brownea gladysrojasiae (also called Gladys Rojas’s brownea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in the tropical rainforest habitats of Colombia and Venezuela.

Uses & Benefits

Brownea gladysrojasiae is used as an ornamental plant and for timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brownea gladysrojasiae has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brownea gladysrojasiae is a perennial, herbaceous plant that grows in dry, rocky areas. 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 young, healthy shoots and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Brownea gladysrojasiae

Brownea gladysrojasiae is native to tropical Africa and can be found in countries such as Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Species in the Fabaceae family