Status:
valid
Authors:
R.C.Srivast.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Bull. Arunachal Forest Res. 25: 7 (2009 publ. 2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334609
Common Names
- Heteropanax Dhruvii
- Dhruvii Heteropanax
- Heteropanax
Description
Heteropanax dhruvii (also called Heteropanax dhruvii, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India. It is typically found in humid forests, at altitudes of up to 1000 m. It has an upright growth habit and can reach up to 3 m in height. Its leaves are glossy and dark green, and its flowers are white and tubular.
Uses & Benefits
Heteropanax dhruvii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heteropanax dhruvii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Heteropanax dhruvii is a shrub native to India. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be potted up when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Heteropanax dhruvii
Heteropanax dhruvii is native to India, where it can be found in moist woodlands and forests.
Heteropanax dhruvii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heteropanax dhruvii?
Heteropanax dhruvii
What is the natural habitat of Heteropanax dhruvii?
Heteropanax dhruvii is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
What are the care requirements for Heteropanax dhruvii?
Heteropanax dhruvii requires high humidity, warm temperatures, and bright indirect light.
Species in the Heteropanax genus
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,