Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anomala
ID:
388121

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brade

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 9: 16 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387453

Common Names

  • Bradea anomala
  • Anomalous Bradea
  • Anomalous Knotgrass

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Description

Bradea anomala (also called Anomalous Bradea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a creeping habit and produces small, white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in moist, shady areas of tropical forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bradea anomala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bradea anomala has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bradea anomala is an evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Bradea anomala

Bradea anomala can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Bradea anomala FAQ

What is the growth rate of Bradea anomala?

Bradea anomala has a slow to medium growth rate.

How much sunlight does Bradea anomala need?

Bradea anomala prefers partial to full sun.

What type of soil does Bradea anomala prefer?

Bradea anomala prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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,

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