Status:
valid
Authors:
Welw. ex Schinz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 2: 207 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721333
Common Names
- Heteromorpha stenophylla
- Narrow-leaved Heteromorpha
- Narrow-leaved False Foxglove
Description
Heteromorpha stenophylla (also called Heteromorpha trifoliata, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in coastal areas, mangroves, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Heteromorpha stenophylla is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Heteromorpha stenophylla var. transvaalensis (Schltr. & H.Wolff) P.J.D.Winter
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Heteromorpha stenophylla is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Heteromorpha stenophylla can be propagated from cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once the cuttings have rooted, they should be fertilized and pruned to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Heteromorpha stenophylla
Heteromorpha stenophylla is native to Central and South America, and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.
Heteromorpha stenophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heteromorpha stenophylla?
Heteromorpha stenophylla
What is the common name of Heteromorpha stenophylla?
Narrow-leaved Heteromorpha
What is the family of Heteromorpha stenophylla?
Asteraceae
Species in the Heteromorpha genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,