Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
brazzeana
ID:
396117

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 611 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395449

Common Names

  • Brazilian Cabbage Tree
  • Five-petal Cabbage Tree
  • Five-petal Palm

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Synonyms

  • Pentadiplandra gossweileri Exell [unknown]
  • Pentadiplandra dasyanthus (Gilg) Exell [unknown]
  • Cercopetalum dasyanthum Gilg [unknown]
  • Cotylonychia chevalieri Stapf [unknown]

Description

Pentadiplandra brazzeana (also called Brazilian Grape, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are oval-shaped and green. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pentadiplandra brazzeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in rock gardens. It is attractive to bees and butterflies and is drought-tolerant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pentadiplandra brazzeana var. valida Pellegr. ex Villiers

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentadiplandra brazzeana is a small, white, five-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentadiplandra brazzeana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but performs best with regular watering. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Pentadiplandra brazzeana

Pentadiplandra brazzeana is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Pentadiplandra brazzeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentadiplandra brazzeana?

Pentadiplandra brazzeana

What is the common name of Pentadiplandra brazzeana?

Brazzeana

What is the natural habitat of Pentadiplandra brazzeana?

It is native to tropical Africa

Species in the Pentadiplandra genus

Species in the Pentadiplandraceae family

References