Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
brauniana
ID:
1327276

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Karst.) F.G.Wang & Christenh.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 164(1): 12. 2014 [2 Apr 2014] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339730


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Description

Hypoderris brauniana (also called 'Braun's Hypoderris', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Cameroon. It is found in forests and shrublands at elevations of 500–1,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Hypoderris brauniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypoderris brauniana has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are hairy and toothed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypoderris brauniana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is best to plant the seeds in early spring or late fall. Once established, it requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Hypoderris brauniana

Hypoderris brauniana is native to the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Hypoderris brauniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypoderris brauniana?

Hypoderris brauniana

What is the common name of Hypoderris brauniana?

Braun's Hypoderris

What is the natural habitat of Hypoderris brauniana?

Grassy slopes and rocky areas

Species in the Hypoderris genus

Species in the Tectariaceae family

Arthropteris articulata, Arthropteris charletiana, Arthropteris neocaledonica, Arthropteris boutoniana, Arthropteris palisotii, Arthropteris parallela, Arthropteris monocarpa, Arthropteris orientalis, Arthropteris altescandens, Arthropteris anniana, Arthropteris antun-gupffertiae, Arthropteris cameroonensis, Arthropteris tenella, Arthropteris paucivenia, Hypoderris brownii, Hypoderris brauniana, Pteridrys australis, Pteridrys cnemidaria, Pteridrys lofouensis, Pteridrys syrmatica, Pteridrys acutissima, Pteridrys microthecia, Pteridrys olivacea, Pteridrys confertiloba, Tectaria amblyotis, Tectaria balansae, Tectaria calcarea, Tectaria chattagrammica, Tectaria degeneri, Tectaria estremerana, Tectaria godeffroyi, Tectaria guachana, Tectaria heterocarpa, Tectaria hookeri, Tectaria hymenodes, Tectaria ingens, Tectaria jardini, Tectaria johannis, Tectaria kouniensis, Tectaria lacei, Tectaria lifuensis, Tectaria lobulata, Tectaria macrosora, Tectaria marchionica, Tectaria melanocaulis, Tectaria melanocauloides, Tectaria moorei, Tectaria nausoriensis, Tectaria novoguineensis, Tectaria organensis,

References

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Gustav Karl Wilhelm Hermann Karsten (1817-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Karst.' in the authors string.
Fa Guo Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.G.Wang' in the authors string.