Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
brachyantha
ID:
1253009

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greenm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 41: 248 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252347

Common Names

  • Brachyantha Lamourouxia
  • Brachyantha False Babystars
  • Brachyantha False Babystars Lamourouxia

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Description

Lamourouxia brachyantha (also called Short-flowered Lamourouxia, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry and wet forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lamourouxia brachyantha has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever and rheumatism. It is also used as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lamourouxia brachyantha has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lamourouxia brachyantha can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize as needed.

Where to Find Lamourouxia brachyantha

Lamourouxia brachyantha is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Lamourouxia brachyantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lamourouxia brachyantha?

Lamourouxia brachyantha

What is the common name of Lamourouxia brachyantha?

Short-flowered Lamourouxia

Where is Lamourouxia brachyantha found?

Lamourouxia brachyantha is found in Mexico.

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

Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:134964-2: 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].