Paronychia brasiliana
Brasilian Nailwort, Brazilian Whitlow
Other regional names: Whitlow Wort
- Whitlow Wort
Also known as: Illecebrum brasilianum Steud. +3 more
- Illecebrum brasilianum Steud.
- Paronychia bonariensis DC.
- Paronychia braziliana DC.
- Paronychia punctoria Larrañaga
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Caryophyllaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Naturally occurring in South America, Paronychia brasiliana (commonly known as Brasilian Nailwort or Brazilian whitlow) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Caryophyllaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to subtropical conditions. There are naturally occurring varieties of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northeast, Brazil South, Uruguay
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Cape Provinces, Free State, Germany, KwaZulu-Natal, Lesotho, Norfolk Is., Northern Provinces, Tasmania
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms