Brenania rhomboideifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.M.A.Petit
Source:
wcs
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 31: 7 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409055
Common Names
- Rhomboid-leaved Brenania
- Rhomboid-leaved False Cypress
- Rhomboid-leaved Thujopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brenania rhomboideifolia (also called Rhomboid-leaved Brenania, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a tuft of narrow, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in sandy soils in open, sunny areas.
Uses & Benefits
Brenania rhomboideifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brenania rhomboideifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and a few small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brenania rhomboideifolia is a slow-growing, evergreen coniferous tree native to the mountains of central and southern Japan. It is typically grown in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be collected in the fall and planted in the spring. The seeds should be stratified for at least three months before planting. The tree prefers full sun and well-draining soil.
Where to Find Brenania rhomboideifolia
Brenania rhomboideifolia is native to Mexico.
Brenania rhomboideifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brenania rhomboideifolia?
Brenania rhomboideifolia
What is the common name of Brenania rhomboideifolia?
Rhomboideifolia Yew
Where is Brenania rhomboideifolia native to?
China
Species in the Brenania 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-24348: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Marie Antoine Petit (1927-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.M.A.Petit' in the authors string.