Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
scortechinii
ID:
387782

Status:
valid

Authors:
King & Gamble

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 72: 198 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387114

Common Names

  • Brachytome scortechinii
  • Scortechin's Brachytome
  • Scortechin's False Ginger

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Description

Brachytome scortechinii (also called 'Scortechin's Brachytome', among many other common names) is an annual herb with stems up to 30 cm tall. It is native to India and is found in open, dry places.

Uses & Benefits

Brachytome scortechinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in landscaping and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachytome scortechinii has yellow or white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachytome scortechinii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rootstock or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Brachytome scortechinii

Brachytome scortechinii can be found in moist, shady areas in the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.

Brachytome scortechinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachytome scortechinii?

Brachytome scortechinii

What is the common name of Brachytome scortechinii?

Scortechin's Brachytome

What is the optimal temperature for Brachytome scortechinii?

65-75°F

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-23944: Based on the initial data import
James Sykes Gamble (1847-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gamble' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.