Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
helicotricha
ID:
638624

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harling) Harling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 17: 42 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637956

Common Names

  • Asplundia helicotricha
  • Helicotricha Asplundia
  • Fragrant Asplundia

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Synonyms

  • Carludovica helicotricha Harling [unknown]

Description

Asplundia helicotricha (also called Helico-tricha Asplundia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall and has a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in humid forests and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Asplundia helicotricha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white flowers with a yellow hue. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Small, green seedlings with a yellow hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplundia helicotricha is a small, evergreen shrub with fragrant white flowers. It is best grown in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Propagate by taking semi-ripe cuttings in summer or by layering in spring.

Where to Find Asplundia helicotricha

Asplundia helicotricha can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Asplundia helicotricha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asplundia helicotricha?

Asplundia helicotricha

What is the common name of Asplundia helicotricha?

Helicotrichous Asplundia

Where is Asplundia helicotricha native to?

Central America

Species in the Asplundia genus

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

Species in the Cyclanthaceae family

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-275730: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.