Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
heringeri
ID:
1317495

Status:
valid

Authors:
Duarte

Source:
ipni

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Hist. Nat. Univ. Fed. Minas Gerais 1: 2 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329949

Common Names

  • Aspidosperma heringeri
  • Heringeri Aspidosperma
  • Heringeri's Aspidosperma

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Description

Aspidosperma heringeri (also called Heringer's Aspidosperma, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen tree that is native to the mountains of Turkey and Iran. It has a tall, slender trunk and small, white flowers. It is found in rocky, grassy meadows and open woodlands at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidosperma heringeri is used as a medicinal plant, and is also used in the production of cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aspidosperma heringeri are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidosperma heringeri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Aspidosperma heringeri

Aspidosperma heringeri is native to Brazil and can be found in the wild in the states of Amazonas, Para, and Rondonia.

Aspidosperma heringeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidosperma heringeri?

Aspidosperma heringeri

What is the common name of Aspidosperma heringeri?

Aspidosperma heringeri

Where does Aspidosperma heringeri grow?

Aspidosperma heringeri is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America

Species in the Aspidosperma genus

Aspidosperma album, Aspidosperma araracanga, Aspidosperma auriculatum, Aspidosperma australe, Aspidosperma camporum, Aspidosperma capitatum, Aspidosperma carapanauba, Aspidosperma cuspa, Aspidosperma cylindrocarpon, Aspidosperma darienense, Aspidosperma decussatum, Aspidosperma desmanthum, Aspidosperma discolor, Aspidosperma dispermum, Aspidosperma eburneum, Aspidosperma eteanum, Aspidosperma excelsum, Aspidosperma fendleri, Aspidosperma formosanum, Aspidosperma gehrtii, Aspidosperma glaucum, Aspidosperma helstonei, Aspidosperma illustre, Aspidosperma inundatum, Aspidosperma leucocymosum, Aspidosperma limae, Aspidosperma macrocarpon, Aspidosperma macrophyllum, Aspidosperma megalocarpon, Aspidosperma megaphyllum, Aspidosperma multiflorum, Aspidosperma myristicifolium, Aspidosperma nanum, Aspidosperma neblinae, Aspidosperma nemorale, Aspidosperma nigricans, Aspidosperma nobile, Aspidosperma oblongum, Aspidosperma obscurinervium, Aspidosperma olivaceum, Aspidosperma pachypterum, Aspidosperma parvifolium, Aspidosperma pichonianum, Aspidosperma polyneuron, Aspidosperma pyricollum, Aspidosperma pyrifolium, Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco, Aspidosperma quirandy, Aspidosperma ramiflorum, Aspidosperma reductum,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Apparício Pereira Duarte (1910-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duarte' in the authors string.