Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 13: 157 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570812
Common Names
- Brandisia swinglei
- Swingle's Brandisia
- Brandisia
- Swingle's Brandisia
Description
Brandisia swinglei (also called Swingle's Thorn, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows in dry, rocky soils in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Brandisia swinglei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to create a low-maintenance landscape. The plant has a long flowering season and produces bright yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brandisia swinglei has white, bell-shaped flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, thin leaves that are light green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brandisia swinglei is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seeds.
Where to Find Brandisia swinglei
Brandisia swinglei can be found in tropical rainforests in India and Southeast Asia.
Brandisia swinglei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brandisia swinglei?
Brandisia swinglei
What is the common name of Brandisia swinglei?
Swingle's Brandisia
What is the natural habitat of Brandisia swinglei?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Brandisia genus
Brandisia annamitica,
Brandisia cauliflora,
Brandisia chevalieri,
Brandisia discolor,
Brandisia glabrescens,
Brandisia hancei,
Brandisia kwangsiensis,
Brandisia racemosa,
Brandisia rosea,
Brandisia scandens,
Brandisia swinglei,
Species in the Orobanchaceae family
Aeginetia indica,
Aeginetia mirabilis,
Aeginetia mpomii,
Aeginetia selebica,
Aeginetia sessilis,
Aeginetia sinensis,
Aeginetia flava,
Aeginetia acaulis,
Agalinis angustifolia,
Agalinis aphylla,
Agalinis aspera,
Agalinis auriculata,
Agalinis bandeirensis,
Agalinis bangii,
Agalinis brachyphylla,
Agalinis calycina,
Agalinis chaparensis,
Agalinis communis,
Agalinis decemloba,
Agalinis densiflora,
Agalinis digitalis,
Agalinis divaricata,
Agalinis edwardsiana,
Agalinis fasciculata,
Agalinis fiebrigii,
Agalinis filicaulis,
Agalinis filifolia,
Agalinis gattingeri,
Agalinis genistifolia,
Agalinis gypsophila,
Agalinis heterophylla,
Agalinis homalantha,
Agalinis humilis,
Agalinis itambensis,
Agalinis kingsii,
Agalinis lanceolata,
Agalinis laxa,
Agalinis linarioides,
Agalinis linifolia,
Agalinis maritima,
Agalinis megalantha,
Agalinis meyeniana,
Agalinis nana,
Agalinis navasotensis,
Agalinis neoscotica,
Agalinis obtusifolia,
Agalinis oligophylla,
Agalinis peduncularis,
Agalinis pennellii,
Agalinis plukenetii,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:799877-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].