Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
truncata
ID:
409410

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Engelm. & A.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Boston J. Nat. Hist. 5: 256 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408742

Common Names

  • Brazoria truncata
  • Truncate Brazoria
  • Truncate Water-hyssop

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Synonyms

  • Physostegia truncata Benth. [unknown]

Description

Brazoria truncata (also called Brazoria truncata, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Eriocaulaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is found in wet grasslands, marshes, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Brazoria truncata is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever and as an ornamental plant for landscaping.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Brazoria truncata var. pulcherrima (Lundell) M.W.Turner
Brazoria truncata var. truncata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brazoria truncata has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brazoria truncata is a small, evergreen tree native to the southeastern United States. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F).

Where to Find Brazoria truncata

Brazoria truncata can be found in the United States, primarily in Texas.

Brazoria truncata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brazoria truncata?

Brazoria truncata

What is the common name of Brazoria truncata?

Truncata Brazoria

What is the natural habitat of Brazoria truncata?

Brazoria truncata is native to the United States.

Species in the Brazoria genus

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-24343: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.