Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
brachybotrys
ID:
235960

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 26: 457 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235291

Common Names

  • Brachybotrys Antidesma
  • Short-stalked Antidesma
  • Short-stemmed Antidesma

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Description

Antidesma brachybotrys (also called Short-stalked Antidesma, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It is characterized by its small, tubular flowers and its glossy, ovate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma brachybotrys is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antidesma brachybotrys has small, white, tubular flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma brachybotrys is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to 6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m) tall. It is best grown in organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It is tolerant of some drought once established. Propagate by seed or semi-ripe cuttings.

Where to Find Antidesma brachybotrys

Antidesma brachybotrys is native to Southeast Asia, and can be found in Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Antidesma brachybotrys FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Antidesma brachybotrys?

Antidesma brachybotrys prefer temperatures between 60-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil should I use for Antidesma brachybotrys?

Well-draining, fertile soil is best for Antidesma brachybotrys.

How much light does Antidesma brachybotrys need?

Antidesma brachybotrys needs bright, indirect light.

Species in the Antidesma genus

Antidesma acidum, Antidesma alexiteria, Antidesma ambiguum, Antidesma annamense, Antidesma baccatum, Antidesma brachybotrys, Antidesma brevipes, Antidesma bunius, Antidesma catanduanense, Antidesma celebicum, Antidesma chalaranthum, Antidesma chonmon, Antidesma cochinchinense, Antidesma comptum, Antidesma concinnum, Antidesma contractum, Antidesma coriaceum, Antidesma costulatum, Antidesma cruciforme, Antidesma curranii, Antidesma cuspidatum, Antidesma dallachyanum, Antidesma digitaliforme, Antidesma eberhardtii, Antidesma edule, Antidesma elassophyllum, Antidesma elbertii, Antidesma erostre, Antidesma excavatum, Antidesma ferrugineum, Antidesma fleuryi, Antidesma forbesii, Antidesma fordii, Antidesma fruticosum, Antidesma fruticulosum, Antidesma ghaesembilla, Antidesma gillespieanum, Antidesma hainanense, Antidesma helferi, Antidesma heterophyllum, Antidesma japonicum, Antidesma jucundum, Antidesma kapuae, Antidesma khasianum, Antidesma kunstleri, Antidesma laciniatum, Antidesma laurifolium, Antidesma leucocladon, Antidesma leucopodum, Antidesma macgregorii,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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