Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphaerantha
ID:
411499

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Homolle ex Ridsdale

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Blumea 22: 546 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410831

Common Names

  • Breonia Sphaerantha
  • Roundfruit Breonia
  • Spherical Breonia

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Synonyms

  • Breonia parviflora Havil. [valid]
  • Elattospermum longepetiolatum Soler. [valid]
  • Franchetia sphaerantha Baill. [valid]

Description

Breonia sphaerantha (also called 'Globe Breonia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces small white flowers. It is found in moist areas, such as forests and grasslands, at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Breonia sphaerantha is a medicinal plant used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Breonia sphaerantha is a white to pale pink, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Breonia sphaerantha can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take 4-6 inch cuttings from the stems and place them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Breonia sphaerantha

Breonia sphaerantha can be found in the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Breonia sphaerantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Breonia sphaerantha?

Breonia sphaerantha

What is the common name of Breonia sphaerantha?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Breonia sphaerantha?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

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-24375: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Anne-Marie Homolle (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Homolle' in the authors string.
Colin Ernest Ridsdale (1944-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridsdale' in the authors string.