Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
antillensis
ID:
1331273

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.J.T.Cardoso & J.M.A.Braga

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 40: 598 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343727


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Description

Helosis antillensis (also called Antillensis Helosis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, white flowers and narrow, pointed leaves. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helosis antillensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helosis antillensis has white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings have a single seed leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helosis antillensis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in partial shade and requires regular watering during the growing season.

Where to Find Helosis antillensis

Helosis antillensis can be found in the Caribbean Islands.

Helosis antillensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helosis antillensis?

Helosis antillensis

What is the natural habitat of Helosis antillensis?

Mountain forests in Puerto Rico

What are the common names of Helosis antillensis?

Antillean helosis

Species in the Helosis genus

Species in the Balanophoraceae family

Balanophora abbreviata, Balanophora dioica, Balanophora dioica, Balanophora elongata, Balanophora fargesii, Balanophora fungosa, Balanophora harlandii, Balanophora involucrata, Balanophora japonica, Balanophora latisepala, Balanophora laxiflora, Balanophora lowii, Balanophora nipponica, Balanophora papuana, Balanophora polyandra, Balanophora reflexa, Balanophora subcupularis, Balanophora tobiracola, Balanophora wilderi, Balanophora yakushimensis, Balanophora coralliformis, Chlamydophytum aphyllum, Corynaea crassa, Dactylanthus taylorii, Ditepalanthus afzelii, Ditepalanthus malagasicus, Hachettea austrocaledonica, Helosis cayennensis, Helosis ruficeps, Helosis antillensis, Langsdorffia papuana, Langsdorffia hypogaea, Langsdorffia heterotepala, Langsdorffia malagasica, Lathrophytum peckoltii, Lophophytum rizzoi, Lophophytum weddellii, Lophophytum mirabile, Lophophytum pyramidale, Mystropetalon thomii, Ombrophytum peruvianum, Ombrophytum subterraneum, Ombrophytum violaceum, Ombrophytum microlepis, Ombrophytum guayanense, Rhopalocnemis phalloides, Sarcophyte sanguinea, Sarcophyte piriei, Scybalium jamaicense, Scybalium depressum,

References

João Marcelo Alvarenga Braga (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.A.Braga' in the authors string.
Leandro Jorge Telles Cardoso: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.J.T.Cardoso' in the authors string.