Bridelia microphylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
422397
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chiov.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Res. Sci. Somalia Ital. 1: 160 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421729
Common Names
- Bridelia Microphylla
- Small-leaved Bridelia
- Microphyllous Bridelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bridelia microphylla (also called Small-Leaved Bridelia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in moist habitats, such as wetlands, swamps, and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Bridelia microphylla is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bridelia microphylla is small and yellow in color. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bridelia microphylla is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Bridelia microphylla
Bridelia microphylla can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Bridelia microphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bridelia microphylla?
Bridelia microphylla
What type of plant is Bridelia microphylla?
Bridelia microphylla is a shrub or small tree.
Where is Bridelia microphylla found?
Bridelia microphylla is found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
Species in the Bridelia genus
Bridelia adusta, Bridelia affinis, Bridelia assamica, Bridelia atroviridis, Bridelia balansae, Bridelia brideliifolia, Bridelia cathartica, Bridelia cinnamomea, Bridelia curtisii, Bridelia duvigneaudii, Bridelia eranalis, Bridelia erapensis, Bridelia exaltata, Bridelia ferruginea, Bridelia fordii, Bridelia glauca, Bridelia grandis, Bridelia harmandii, Bridelia insulana, Bridelia leichhardtii, Bridelia macrocarpa, Bridelia micrantha, Bridelia microphylla, Bridelia mollis, Bridelia montana, Bridelia montana, Bridelia moonii, Bridelia ndellensis, Bridelia nicobarica, Bridelia oligantha, Bridelia ovata, Bridelia parvifolia, Bridelia pervilleana, Bridelia pustulata, Bridelia retusa, Bridelia rhomboidalis, Bridelia ripicola, Bridelia scleroneura, Bridelia sikkimensis, Bridelia somalensis, Bridelia speciosa, Bridelia stipularis, Bridelia taitensis, Bridelia tenuifolia, Bridelia tomentosa, Bridelia triplocarya, Bridelia tulasneana, Bridelia verrucosa, Bridelia whitmorei, Bridelia finalis,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-24569: Based on the initial data import
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.