Status:
valid
Authors:
(Poir.) Razafim. & Alejandro
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 92: 555 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801576
Common Names
- Bremeria
- Landia
- Bremeria Landia
Description
Bremeria landia (also called Landia Bremeria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a spreading habit and can reach up to 4 m in height. Its leaves are dark green and glossy, and its flowers are yellow. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and in areas of high humidity.
Uses & Benefits
Bremeria landia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a food source for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Bremeria landia var. landia
Bremeria landia var. holosericea (Sm.) A.P.Davis & Razafim.
Bremeria landia var. stadmanii (Michx. ex DC.) A.P.Davis & Razafim.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Bremeria landia has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bremeria landia can be propagated by division of the offsets or by seed. It requires a well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering during the winter months. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Bremeria landia
Bremeria landia is native to South America and can be found in wet, tropical forests.
Bremeria landia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bremeria landia?
Bremeria landia
What is the common name of Bremeria landia?
Landia's Bremeria
What is the natural habitat of Bremeria landia?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Bremeria genus
Bremeria decaryi,
Bremeria erectiloba,
Bremeria fuscopilosa,
Bremeria humblotii,
Bremeria hymenopogonoides,
Bremeria latisepala,
Bremeria monantha,
Bremeria perrieri,
Bremeria pervillei,
Bremeria pilosa,
Bremeria punctata,
Bremeria scabridior,
Bremeria trichophlebia,
Bremeria vestita,
Bremeria landia,
Bremeria scabrella,
Bremeria eriantha,
Bremeria arachnocarpa,
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,