Hyospathe peruviana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Hend.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 91: 962 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444118
Common Names
- Hyospathe peruviana
- Peruvian hyospathe
- Hyospathe
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hyospathe peruviana (also called Peruvian Hyospathe, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can grow up to 3 meters tall and has small white flowers. Its native habitat is in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hyospathe peruviana is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain. It is also used as a food flavoring and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hyospathe peruviana is small, yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, yellow nut with a hard shell. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hyospathe peruviana is an evergreen shrub native to New Caledonia. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in a sheltered, sunny position. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Hyospathe peruviana
Hyospathe peruviana is native to South America.
Hyospathe peruviana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hyospathe peruviana?
Hyospathe peruviana
Where does Hyospathe peruviana grow?
Hyospathe peruviana grows in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
What is the common name of Hyospathe peruviana?
Hyospathe peruviana is commonly known as the Peruvian Hyospathe.
Species in the Hyospathe genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-249498: Based on the initial data import
Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.