Breynia disticha

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Photographs by: Dr. Maulik Gadani

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  • Botanical Name : Breynia disticha J. R. Forst & G. Forst
  • Synonyms : Breynia axillaris Spreng., Phyllanthus nivosus W. Bull.
  • Common Name : Snowbush
  • Plant Family : Euphorbiaceae
  • Plant Form : Shrub
  • Occurrence (Sectors) : 18, 28
  • Occurrence (Special Areas) : Indroda Park, Van Chetana Kendra

About Breynia disticha Plant :

  • Habit : Rounded shrub with attractive foliage.
  • Leaves : Alternate, simple, entire, ovate- obovate, evergreen, variegated with white, green and red coloration.
  • Inflorescence : Axillary clusters on long peduncles.
  • Flowers : Green, petal-less flowers; mostly inconspicuous due to the striking foliage.
  • Fruit : Round, fleshy, inconspicuous and not showy.