Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Species:
divaricata
ID:
1328084

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) J.F.B.Pastore

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 175: 59 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340538


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Description

Bredemeyera divaricata (also called Divaricate Bredemeyera, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in humid, montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bredemeyera divaricata is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has small white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. It is also used as a medicinal plant and has been used to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bredemeyera divaricata has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single pair of round, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bredemeyera divaricata is an evergreen shrub that is native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by stem cuttings, which should be taken in early spring. The cuttings should be planted in a sandy soil mix and kept moist until established. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Bredemeyera divaricata

Bredemeyera divaricata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Bredemeyera divaricata FAQ

What is the common name of Bredemeyera divaricata?

Divaricate Bredemeyera

What is the natural habitat of Bredemeyera divaricata?

Tropical rainforest

What is the flowering season of Bredemeyera divaricata?

Summer

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.