Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blume) Lowry & G.M.Plunkett
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Novon 28(3): 152. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022914
Common Names
- Heptapleurum Farinosum
- Mealy Heptapleurum
- Mealy Heptapleurum
Description
Heptapleurum farinosum (also called Farinose Heptapleurum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Araliaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 4 m tall. It is native to China, India, Myanmar, and Thailand. It grows in forests, thickets, and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Heptapleurum farinosum is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Heptapleurum farinosum var. farinosum
Heptapleurum farinosum var. maiorilimbum (Frodin) Puad, T.J.Barkman, Lowry & G.M.Plunkett
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heptapleurum farinosum has white flowers with yellow-green centres. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Heptapleurum farinosum is a tropical plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is not tolerant of cold temperatures and should be brought indoors in winter. It should be fertilized regularly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Heptapleurum farinosum
Heptapleurum farinosum is native to the tropical forests of India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Heptapleurum farinosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heptapleurum farinosum?
Heptapleurum farinosum
What is the family of Heptapleurum farinosum?
Araliaceae
What are the common names of Heptapleurum farinosum?
Farina heptapleurum
Species in the Heptapleurum genus
Heptapleurum multiflorum,
Heptapleurum griffithii,
Heptapleurum acuminatissimum,
Heptapleurum altigenum,
Heptapleurum angilogense,
Heptapleurum arfakense,
Heptapleurum blancoi,
Heptapleurum boridianum,
Heptapleurum bourdillonii,
Heptapleurum brassii,
Heptapleurum bukidnonense,
Heptapleurum burkillii,
Heptapleurum buxifolioides,
Heptapleurum capituliferum,
Heptapleurum caroli,
Heptapleurum catense,
Heptapleurum chartaceum,
Heptapleurum cinnamomeum,
Heptapleurum clarkei,
Heptapleurum cuneatum,
Heptapleurum demesae,
Heptapleurum digitatum,
Heptapleurum enneaphyllum,
Heptapleurum fantsipanense,
Heptapleurum farinosum,
Heptapleurum trungii,
Heptapleurum heterocladum,
Heptapleurum gjellerupii,
Heptapleurum microgyne,
Heptapleurum tanytrichum,
Heptapleurum zhuanum,
Heptapleurum waterhousei,
Heptapleurum sarasinorum,
Heptapleurum rudolfi,
Heptapleurum stenophyllum,
Heptapleurum taiwanianum,
Heptapleurum stellulatum,
Heptapleurum lanatum,
Heptapleurum laxiusculum,
Heptapleurum laxiflorum,
Heptapleurum kuborense,
Heptapleurum merrittii,
Heptapleurum matsallehii,
Heptapleurum macgregorii,
Heptapleurum lorentzii,
Heptapleurum kontumense,
Heptapleurum mangiferifolium,
Heptapleurum hellwigianum,
Heptapleurum foetidum,
Heptapleurum feriarum,
Species in the Araliaceae family
Anakasia simplicifolia,
Aralia apioides,
Aralia armata,
Aralia atropurpurea,
Aralia bicrenata,
Aralia bipinnata,
Aralia cachemirica,
Aralia caesia,
Aralia californica,
Aralia castanopsisicola,
Aralia chinensis,
Aralia continentalis,
Aralia cordata,
Aralia dasyphylla,
Aralia dasyphylloides,
Aralia debilis,
Aralia decaisneana,
Aralia delavayi,
Aralia echinocaulis,
Aralia elata,
Aralia excelsa,
Aralia fargesii,
Aralia ferox,
Aralia finlaysoniana,
Aralia foliolosa,
Aralia frodiniana,
Aralia gigantea,
Aralia gintungensis,
Aralia glabra,
Aralia glabrifoliolata,
Aralia henryi,
Aralia hispida,
Aralia humilis,
Aralia kansuensis,
Aralia kingdon-wardii,
Aralia leschenaultii,
Aralia malabarica,
Aralia melanocarpa,
Aralia merrillii,
Aralia mexicana,
Aralia montana,
Aralia nudicaulis,
Aralia parasitica,
Aralia plumosa,
Aralia racemosa,
Aralia regeliana,
Aralia rex,
Aralia scaberula,
Aralia scopulorum,
Aralia searelliana,