Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Genus:
Species:
sinandevu
ID:
726839

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beentje & Q.Luke

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Hydnorac.: 5 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726172

Common Names

  • Hydnora sinandevu
  • Indian Jackal Food
  • Indian Jackal Fruit

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Description

Hydnora sinandevu (also called Sinandevu Hydnora, among many other common names) is a parasitic plant with a fleshy, yellowish stem and small, yellowish flowers. It is native to India and is found in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Hydnora sinandevu is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source in some parts of Africa.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hydnora sinandevu is a yellowish-brown, fleshy structure with a strong, unpleasant smell. The seed is a single-seeded nut-like capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydnora sinandevu can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The plants should be grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Hydnora sinandevu

Hydnora sinandevu is native to India.

Hydnora sinandevu FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydnora sinandevu?

Hydnora sinandevu

What is the common name of Hydnora sinandevu?

Sinandevu hydnora

What is the flowering season of Hydnora sinandevu?

Summer

Species in the Aristolochiaceae family

Aristolochia hansenii, Aristolochia kongkandae, Aristolochia manantlanensis, Aristolochia meridionalis, Aristolochia perangustifolia, Aristolochia poomae, Aristolochia yalaensis, Aristolochia emiliae, Aristolochia acontophylla, Aristolochia acuminata, Aristolochia acutifolia, Aristolochia albertiana, Aristolochia albida, Aristolochia amara, Aristolochia andina, Aristolochia anguicida, Aristolochia angustifolia, Aristolochia apoloensis, Aristolochia arborea, Aristolochia arborescens, Aristolochia arcuata, Aristolochia arenicola, Aristolochia argentina, Aristolochia asclepiadifolia, Aristolochia asperifolia, Aristolochia atropurpurea, Aristolochia auricularia, Aristolochia austrochinensis, Aristolochia austroszechuanica, Aristolochia austroyunnanensis, Aristolochia baenzigeri, Aristolochia baetica, Aristolochia bahiensis, Aristolochia balansae, Aristolochia bambusifolia, Aristolochia baracoensis, Aristolochia barbourii, Aristolochia baseri, Aristolochia batucensis, Aristolochia bianorii, Aristolochia bicolor, Aristolochia bilabiata, Aristolochia billardierei, Aristolochia bilobata, Aristolochia birostris, Aristolochia boliviensis, Aristolochia boosii, Aristolochia bottae, Aristolochia bracteolata, Aristolochia bracteosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2855574: Based on the initial data import
Henk Jaap Beentje (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beentje' in the authors string.
Quentin Luke (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.Luke' in the authors string.