Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Species:
brevifolia
ID:
572749

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch ex A.W.Benn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(3): 49 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572081

Common Names

  • Bredemeyera brevifolia
  • Brevifolia Bredemeyera
  • Brevifolia Bredemeyera

Searching for Bredemeyera brevifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Catocoma brevifolia Benth. [unknown]
  • Comesperma pubescens Gardner ex A.W.Benn. [unknown]

Description

Bredemeyera brevifolia (also called Short-leaved Bredemeyera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Polypodiaceae. It is found in tropical Africa, with its native regions including Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, usually in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bredemeyera brevifolia is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bredemeyera brevifolia has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a slightly serrated margin.

Searching for Bredemeyera brevifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Bredemeyera brevifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is a low-growing plant, growing to a height of 10-20 cm. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the fall in a sheltered location. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Bredemeyera brevifolia

Bredemeyera brevifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical Asia, from India to China and Japan.

Bredemeyera brevifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bredemeyera brevifolia?

Bredemeyera brevifolia

What is the common name of Bredemeyera brevifolia?

Short-Leaved Bredemeyera

Where is Bredemeyera brevifolia native to?

Madagascar

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2683182: Based on the initial data import
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.
Alfred William Bennett (1833-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.W.Benn.' in the authors string.