Breonia boivinii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Havil.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 33: 35 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409714
Common Names
- Boivinii Breonia
- Breonia Boivinii
- Breonia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Breonia boivinii (also called Boivin's Breonia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It has small white flowers and leathery leaves. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Breonia boivinii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Breonia boivinii is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened and oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Breonia boivinii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is drought tolerant and will not tolerate waterlogged soils.
Where to Find Breonia boivinii
Breonia boivinii is native to Madagascar.
Breonia boivinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Breonia boivinii?
Breonia boivinii
What is the common name of Breonia boivinii?
Boivin's breonia
What is the natural habitat of Breonia boivinii?
It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and rocky hillsides
Species in the Breonia genus
Breonia capuronii, Breonia fragifera, Breonia lowryi, Breonia richardsonii, Breonia sambiranensis, Breonia taolagnaroensis, Breonia tayloriana, Breonia tsaratananensis, Breonia boivinii, Breonia chinensis, Breonia cuspidata, Breonia decaryana, Breonia havilandiana, Breonia louvelii, Breonia macrocarpa, Breonia madagascariensis, Breonia membranacea, Breonia perrieri, Breonia sphaerantha, Breonia stipulata,
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-24357: Based on the initial data import
George Darby Haviland (1857-1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Havil.' in the authors string.