Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachycarpa
ID:
218422

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) Aiello

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 60: 114 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217751

Common Names

  • Isidorea brachycarpa
  • Short-Fruited Isidorea
  • Short-Fruited Isidorea Plant

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Synonyms

  • Portlandia brachycarpa Urb. [valid]

Description

Isidorea brachycarpa (also called Brachycarpa Isidorea, among many other common names) is a small shrub found in Mexico and Central America. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is commonly found in dry forests, scrublands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Isidorea brachycarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isidorea brachycarpa has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, lance-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isidorea brachycarpa is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of 2-3 feet and has small, white flowers. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into larger containers or into the ground.

Where to Find Isidorea brachycarpa

Isidorea brachycarpa can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Isidorea brachycarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isidorea brachycarpa?

Isidorea brachycarpa

What is the common name of Isidorea brachycarpa?

Short-fruited Isidorea

What is the natural habitat of Isidorea brachycarpa?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-102828: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Annette Aiello (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiello' in the authors string.