Bradea brasiliensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Arq. Mus. Nac. Rio de Janeiro 34: 123 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387530
Common Names
- Brazilian Bradea
- Brazilian Water-grass
- Brazilian Bradea Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bradea brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Bradea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with trifoliate leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America, and is found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Bradea brasiliensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract pollinators to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bradea brasiliensis has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bradea brasiliensis is an evergreen perennial plant that grows up to 30 cm (12 in) tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Bradea brasiliensis
Bradea brasiliensis is native to Brazil.
Bradea brasiliensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bradea brasiliensis?
Bradea brasiliensis
What type of plant is Bradea brasiliensis?
Grass-like plant
Where is Bradea brasiliensis found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world
Species in the Bradea genus
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-23954: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.