Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
collaris
ID:
412629

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 25: 488 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411961

Common Names

  • Collar's Snowbush
  • Collar's Breynia
  • Collar's Snowberry

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Description

Breynia collaris (also called Necklace Bush, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and a spreading habit. It is native to Australia, and is found in woodlands and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Breynia collaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Breynia collaris has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Breynia collaris is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in moist soil. Once established, Breynia collaris can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Breynia collaris

Breynia collaris is native to India and can be found in moist grasslands and meadows.

Breynia collaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Breynia collaris?

Breynia collaris

What is the natural habitat of Breynia collaris?

Breynia collaris is found in wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions.

What are the common names of Breynia collaris?

Breynia collaris is commonly known as collar bush.

Species in the Breynia genus

Breynia baudouinii, Breynia cernua, Breynia collaris, Breynia coriacea, Breynia coronata, Breynia discigera, Breynia disticha, Breynia diversifolia, Breynia fleuryi, Breynia glauca, Breynia grandiflora, Breynia heyneana, Breynia indosinensis, Breynia massiei, Breynia microphylla, Breynia mollis, Breynia oblongifolia, Breynia platycalyx, Breynia podocarpa, Breynia pubescens, Breynia racemosa, Breynia retusa, Breynia rhynchocarpa, Breynia rostrata, Breynia septata, Breynia stipitata, Breynia subangustifolia, Breynia subindochinensis, Breynia subterblanca, Breynia tonkinensis, Breynia vestita, Breynia virgata, Breynia vitis-idaea, Breynia repens, Breynia obscura, Breynia calcarea, Breynia lithophila, Breynia carnosa, Breynia fruticosa, Breynia amoebiflora, Breynia asteranthos, Breynia granulosa, Breynia harmandii, Breynia heteroblasta, Breynia kerrii, Breynia orbicularis, Breynia pierrei, Breynia poilanei, Breynia shawii, Breynia similis,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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