Status:
valid
Authors:
Planch. & Triana
Source:
cmp
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 14: 247 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716212
Common Names
- Havetiopsis hippocrateoides
- Hippocrateoides Havetiopsis
- Havetiopsis Hippocrateoides
Synonyms
- Havetia hippocrateoides Vesque [unknown]
Description
Havetiopsis hippocrateoides (also called Hippocrates' Havetiopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has an upright habit and grows to a height of up to 3 meters. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and oblong-lanceolate in shape. It is found in dry forests and in open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Havetiopsis hippocrateoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Havetiopsis hippocrateoides has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Havetiopsis hippocrateoides is an evergreen perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or from seed. The plant can be divided in early spring or late summer.
Where to Find Havetiopsis hippocrateoides
Havetiopsis hippocrateoides is native to China and can be found in moist forests and along streams.
Havetiopsis hippocrateoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Havetiopsis hippocrateoides?
Havetiopsis hippocrateoides
What is the common name of Havetiopsis hippocrateoides?
Hippocrates' Solomon's Seal
What is the best soil type for Havetiopsis hippocrateoides?
Organic-rich, moist, well-drained soil
Species in the Havetiopsis genus
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Allanblackia marienii,
Allanblackia staneriana,
Allanblackia stuhlmannii,
Allanblackia ulugurensis,
Chrysochlamys allenii,
Chrysochlamys alterninervia,
Chrysochlamys angustifolia,
Chrysochlamys balboa,
Chrysochlamys bracteolata,
Chrysochlamys caribaea,
Chrysochlamys colombiana,
Chrysochlamys conferta,
Chrysochlamys cuneata,
Chrysochlamys dependens,
Chrysochlamys eclipes,
Chrysochlamys floribunda,
Chrysochlamys glauca,
Chrysochlamys gloriosa,
Chrysochlamys goudotii,
Chrysochlamys guatemaltecana,
Chrysochlamys laxa,
Chrysochlamys macrophylla,
Chrysochlamys membranacea,
Chrysochlamys membrillensis,
Chrysochlamys micrantha,
Chrysochlamys multiflora,
Chrysochlamys myrcioides,
Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis,
Chrysochlamys pachypoda,
Chrysochlamys pauciflora,
Chrysochlamys pavonii,
Chrysochlamys psychotriifolia,
Chrysochlamys silvicola,
Chrysochlamys skutchii,
Chrysochlamys tenuifolia,
Chrysochlamys tenuis,
Chrysochlamys ulei,
Chrysochlamys weberbaueri,
Chrysochlamys chrisharonii,
Clusia nipensis,
Clusia pachamamae,
Clusia abbottii,
Clusia acuminata,
Clusia aemygdioi,
Clusia alainii,