Heptapleurum leytense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leytense
ID:
1541549
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Merr.) Lowry & G.M.Plunkett
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Novon 28(3): 157. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022964
Common Names
- Heptapleurum leytense
- Leyte Heptapleurum
- Heptapleurum with Narrow Leaves
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heptapleurum leytense (also called Leyte Heptapleurum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small, evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia. It grows in moist, shady forests, and on limestone hills.
Uses & Benefits
Heptapleurum leytense is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used to make thatching and for fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heptapleurum leytense has small white flowers, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings are small, with a single stem and small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heptapleurum leytense can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Heptapleurum leytense
Heptapleurum leytense is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, often in moist and shady areas.
Heptapleurum leytense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heptapleurum leytense?
Heptapleurum leytense
What is the common name of Heptapleurum leytense?
Leyte Island Heptapleurum
What is the natural habitat of Heptapleurum leytense?
It is native to the Philippines
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,