Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
bracteosa
ID:
667466

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scheff.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 31: 366 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666798

Common Names

  • Embelia bracteosa
  • Bracted Embelia
  • Indian False Black Pepper

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Synonyms

  • Grenacheria bracteosa (Scheff.) Mez [unknown]

Description

Embelia bracteosa (also called Bracted Embelia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with an erect stem and a creeping rhizome. It is native to China and is found in forests, hillsides, and valleys. It has long, lanceolate leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Embelia bracteosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Embelia bracteosa is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Embelia bracteosa is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm and humid environment.

Where to Find Embelia bracteosa

Embelia bracteosa is native to India and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Embelia bracteosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Embelia bracteosa?

Embelia bracteosa

What is the common name of Embelia bracteosa?

Bracteosa Embelia

What are the uses of Embelia bracteosa?

Embelia bracteosa is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Species in the Embelia genus

Embelia adnata, Embelia amentacea, Embelia angulosa, Embelia angustifolia, Embelia arborea, Embelia arfakensis, Embelia australiana, Embelia basankusuensis, Embelia bataanensis, Embelia biflora, Embelia boivinii, Embelia borneensis, Embelia bracteosa, Embelia brassii, Embelia buxifolia, Embelia calcarea, Embelia canescens, Embelia carnosisperma, Embelia caulialata, Embelia clarkei, Embelia clusiifolia, Embelia comorensis, Embelia concinna, Embelia cordata, Embelia coriacea, Embelia corymbifera, Embelia cotinoides, Embelia cuneata, Embelia curvinervia, Embelia cyrtobotrya, Embelia dasythyrsa, Embelia deivanuae, Embelia demissa, Embelia djalonensis, Embelia drupacea, Embelia effusa, Embelia elevativena, Embelia elliptica, Embelia floribunda, Embelia foetida, Embelia frangulifolia, Embelia frondosa, Embelia fulva, Embelia furculosa, Embelia furfuracea, Embelia gallatlyi, Embelia gardneriana, Embelia gerardii, Embelia gracilenta, Embelia gracilis,

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Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,