Brownea coccinea - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jacq.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1760
Citation Micro:
Enum. Syst. Pl.: 26 (1760)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214082
Common Names
- Brownea coccinea
- Crimson Flamboyant
- Red Flamboyant
- Crimson Flame Tree
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- Brownea guaramaco Pittier [unknown]
- Brownea longiflora Pittier [unknown]
- Brownea superba Pittier [unknown]
- Hermesias coccinea Kuntze [valid]
Description
Brownea coccinea (also called Scarlet Brownea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the pea family Fabaceae, native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing to 10 m (33 ft) tall, with pinnate leaves and clusters of bright red flowers in summer.
Uses & Benefits
Brownea coccinea is a plant that is used as an ornamental in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cover crop to improve soil fertility and to protect other crops from pests and diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Brownea coccinea sub. capitella (Jacq.) D.Velázquez & G.AgostiniBrownea coccinea sub. coccinea
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brownea coccinea has small, yellow flowers with a red center. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brownea coccinea is a small tree that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 20 cm apart. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or fall and planted in the desired location.
Where to Find Brownea coccinea
Brownea coccinea can be found in parts of Central and South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador.
Brownea coccinea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brownea coccinea?
Brownea coccinea
What is the common name of Brownea coccinea?
Scarlet fire-tree
What is the family of Brownea coccinea?
Fabaceae
Species in the Brownea genus
Brownea bolivarensis, Brownea leucantha, Brownea longipedicellata, Brownea multijuga, Brownea negrensis, Brownea puberula, Brownea similis, Brownea stenantha, Brownea birschellii, Brownea macrophylla, Brownea rosa-de-monte, Brownea gladisrojasiae, Brownea enricii, Brownea santanderensis, Brownea ariza, Brownea coccinea, Brownea grandiceps, Brownea hermesias, Brownea similis, Brownea macrophylla, Brownea gladysrojasiae, Brownea tillettiana, Brownea rosa-de-monte, Brownea jaramilloi, Brownea angustiflora, Brownea chocoana,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Brownea coccinea Jacq.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.