Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.Small) Tembrock
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 10: 20 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346631
Common Names
- Pubescens Humulus
- Humulus
- Humulus Pubescens
Description
Humulus pubescens (also called Hairy Hop, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in grassland, savanna, and shrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Humulus pubescens is used for its medicinal properties, as a flavoring agent in beer, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Humulus pubescens has yellow flowers with a pleasant scent. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Humulus pubescens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It can tolerate full sun but may require more frequent watering in hot climates. It can also be propagated from seed, though it may take several years for the plants to reach maturity.
Where to Find Humulus pubescens
Humulus pubescens is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Humulus pubescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Humulus pubescens?
Humulus pubescens
What are the common names of Humulus pubescens?
Downy hop, Downy-leaved hop
What is the natural habitat of Humulus pubescens?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the world
Species in the Humulus genus
Species in the Cannabaceae family
Aphananthe aspera,
Aphananthe cuspidata,
Aphananthe monoica,
Aphananthe philippinensis,
Aphananthe sakalava,
Cannabis sativa,
Celtis adolfi-friderici,
Celtis africana,
Celtis australis,
Celtis balansae,
Celtis berteroana,
Celtis bifida,
Celtis biondii,
Celtis boninensis,
Celtis brasiliensis,
Celtis bungeana,
Celtis caucasica,
Celtis caudata,
Celtis cerasifera,
Celtis chekiangensis,
Celtis chichape,
Celtis conferta,
Celtis glabrata,
Celtis gomphophylla,
Celtis harperi,
Celtis hildebrandii,
Celtis hypoleuca,
Celtis iguanaea,
Celtis jamaicensis,
Celtis jessoensis,
Celtis julianae,
Celtis koraiensis,
Celtis laevigata,
Celtis latifolia,
Celtis lindheimeri,
Celtis loxensis,
Celtis luzonica,
Celtis madagascariensis,
Celtis mauritiana,
Celtis mildbraedii,
Celtis occidentalis,
Celtis orthacanthos,
Celtis pacifica,
Celtis pallida,
Celtis paniculata,
Celtis petenensis,
Celtis philippensis,
Celtis punctata,
Celtis reticulata,
Celtis rigescens,
References
Luke R. Tembrock: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tembrock' in the authors string.