Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
longifrutescens
ID:
1541552

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Elmer) Lowry & G.M.Plunkett

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Novon 28(3): 158. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022967

Common Names

  • Heptapleurum longifrutescens
  • Long-branched Heptapleurum
  • Heptapleurum with Long Branches

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Description

Heptapleurum longifrutescens (also called Long-Stemmed 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 longifrutescens 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 longifrutescens 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Heptapleurum longifrutescens can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in late winter to promote new growth.

Where to Find Heptapleurum longifrutescens

Heptapleurum longifrutescens 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 longifrutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heptapleurum longifrutescens?

Heptapleurum longifrutescens

What is the family of Heptapleurum longifrutescens?

Araliaceae

What is the common name of Heptapleurum longifrutescens?

Long-branched 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,