Status:
valid
Authors:
Havil.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 33: 35 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410858
Common Names
- Breonia Stipulata
- Stipulate Breonia
- Stipuled Breonia
Description
Breonia stipulata (also called 'Stipulate 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 stipulata 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
Breonia stipulata has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Breonia stipulata 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 stipulata
Breonia stipulata can be found in the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico.
Breonia stipulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Breonia stipulata?
Breonia stipulata
What is the common name of Breonia stipulata?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Breonia stipulata?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
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,