Status:
valid
Authors:
Harley
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 69(4): (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319053
Common Names
- Eplingiella brightoniae
- Brightoniae Eplingiella
- Eplingiella Brightoniae
Description
Eplingiella brightoniae (also called Brightonia Eplingiella, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has a rhizomatous root system and grows to a height of 1-2m. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Eplingiella brightoniae is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make herbal tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eplingiella brightoniae has yellow flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eplingiella brightoniae is a shrub native to Brazil. It can be grown in a sunny location in a well-drained, fertile soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Eplingiella brightoniae
Eplingiella brightoniae is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Eplingiella brightoniae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eplingiella brightoniae?
Eplingiella brightoniae
What is the common name of Eplingiella brightoniae?
Brightonia's Eplingiella
What is the natural habitat of Eplingiella brightoniae?
Tropical rainforest in Central and South America
Species in the Eplingiella genus
Species in the Lamiaceae family
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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,