Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
latisepala
ID:
1538948

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Chen) R.Zhou & Ying Liu

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 127: 145. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020699

Common Names

  • Bredia latisepala
  • Latisepala Bredia
  • Bredia

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Description

Bredia latisepala (also called Broad-sepal Bredia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is found in China. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m in height, with white flowers. It is found in limestone hills and other limestone habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bredia latisepala is used as an ornamental plant to add color and texture to gardens and landscapes. It is also used in indoor and outdoor containers for decoration.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bredia latisepala has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bredia latisepala is best propagated through division of the rhizomes. It prefers to grow in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Bredia latisepala

Bredia latisepala can be found in China.

Species in the Melastomataceae family

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