Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirsuta
ID:
175479

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borhidi

Source:
ildis

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Acad. Sci. Hung.22: 301 (1976 publ. 1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174808

Common Names

  • Hairy Brya
  • Brya Hirsuta
  • Hairy Pea

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Description

Brya hirsuta (also called hairy brya, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it is found in desert and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brya hirsuta is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brya hirsuta has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard, shiny surface. The seedlings are slender, with dark green leaves and yellow-green stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brya hirsuta is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seed should be sown in a shallow trench and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 10 cm apart. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Brya hirsuta

Brya hirsuta is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Brya hirsuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brya hirsuta?

Brya hirsuta

What is the common name of Brya hirsuta?

Hairy Bean

What is the habitat of Brya hirsuta?

Dry, rocky hillsides

Species in the Brya genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References