Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Brullo, Brullo, Giusso, Pavone & Salmeri
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 49: 95 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914318
Common Names
- Prospero hierae
- Hierae Prospero
- Prospero Hierae
Description
Prospero hierae (also called Hiera's Prospero, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Prospero hierae is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and ease of care. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in tropical climates.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Prospero hierae are white and tubular, with a yellow throat. The seeds are small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Prospero hierae is a tropical plant native to Ecuador. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and warm until the cuttings take root.
Where to Find Prospero hierae
Prospero hierae is native to the Canary Islands.
Prospero hierae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prospero hierae?
Prospero hierae
Where is Prospero hierae native to?
Africa
What type of plant is Prospero hierae?
Orchid
Species in the Prospero genus
Prospero battagliae,
Prospero hierapytnense,
Prospero depressum,
Prospero idaeum,
Prospero minimum,
Prospero rhadamanthi,
Prospero elisae,
Prospero paratethycum,
Prospero talosii,
Prospero autumnale,
Prospero hanburii,
Prospero fallax,
Prospero obtusifolium,
Prospero corsicum,
Prospero hierae,
Prospero seisumsiana,
Prospero cudidaghense,
Prospero seisumsianum,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,