Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
soyauxii
ID:
572729

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Tiegh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 9, 1: 356 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572061

Common Names

  • Brazzeia soyauxii
  • Soyauxii Brazzeia
  • Soyauxii Brazzeia

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Synonyms

  • Brazzeia acuminata Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Brazzeia biseriata Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Brazzeia klainei Pierre ex Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Brazzeia pellucida Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Brazzeia rosea Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Brazzeia scandens (Pierre) Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Brazzeia soyauxii acuminata (Tiegh.) Letouzey [unknown]
  • Brazzeia trillesiana Pierre ex Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Erytropyxis scandens Pierre [unknown]
  • Erytropyxis soyauxii (Oliv.) Engl. [unknown]
  • Rhaptopetalum soyauxii Oliv. [unknown]

Description

Brazzeia soyauxii (also called Soyaux's Brazzeia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is found in tropical Africa, with its native regions including Angola, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Gabon. It is a shrub, typically found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Brazzeia soyauxii is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brazzeia soyauxii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a slightly serrated margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brazzeia soyauxii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Congo Basin. It is a low-growing plant, growing to a height of 10-20 cm. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the fall in a sheltered location. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Brazzeia soyauxii

Brazzeia soyauxii can be found in tropical Africa.

Brazzeia soyauxii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brazzeia soyauxii?

Brazzeia soyauxii

What is the common name of Brazzeia soyauxii?

Soyaux's Brazzeia

Where is Brazzeia soyauxii native to?

Madagascar

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2683162: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Philippe Édouard Léon Van Tieghem (1839-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tiegh.' in the authors string.