Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punctata
ID:
792545

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Drake) Razafim. & Alejandro

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 92: 556 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791878

Common Names

  • Punctata bremeria
  • Punctata bremeria
  • Punctata bremeria flower

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Description

Bremeria punctata (also called Punctate Bremeria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in dry deciduous forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Bremeria punctata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments like fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bremeria punctata are yellow-green in color and have five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bremeria punctata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by taking cuttings in the spring or summer and rooting them in a moist medium. The seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination occurs. It can also be propagated by division in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Bremeria punctata

Bremeria punctata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Bremeria punctata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bremeria punctata?

Bremeria punctata

What is the common name of Bremeria punctata?

Punctata Bremeria

Where is Bremeria punctata native to?

South America

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-330449: Based on the initial data import
Emmanuel Drake del Castillo (1855-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drake' in the authors string.
Sylvain G. Razafimandimbison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Razafim.' in the authors string.
Grecebio Jonathan D. Alejandro (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alejandro' in the authors string.