Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
fulgidus
ID:
719003

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Hoevel

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 18: 51. 1967.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000718336

Common Names

  • Helioselenius fulgidus
  • Fulgid Helioselenius
  • Fulgidus Helioselenius

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Description

Helioselenius fulgidus (also called Helioselenius, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry and wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helioselenius fulgidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helioselenius fulgidus is a white, five-petaled bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, light brown, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helioselenius fulgidus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed-raising mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted.

Where to Find Helioselenius fulgidus

Helioselenius fulgidus is native to Mexico.

Helioselenius fulgidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helioselenius fulgidus?

Helioselenius fulgidus

What is the common name of Helioselenius fulgidus?

Fulgent helioselenius

What type of plant is Helioselenius fulgidus?

Shrub

Species in the Helioselenius genus

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Otto Hoevel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoevel' in the authors string.