Humularia apiculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild.) P.A.Duvign.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique86: 195 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174555
Common Names
- Humularia Apiculata
- Hairy Woodruff
- Sweet Woodruff
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- Humularia luentensis (De Wild.) P.A.Duvign. [valid]
- Humularia bakeriana (De Wild.) P.A.Duvign. [valid]
- Humularia katangensis glabrescens P.A.Duvign. [valid]
- Geissaspis luentensis De Wild. [valid]
- Geissaspis apiculata De Wild. [valid]
- Geissaspis bakeriana De Wild. [valid]
Description
Humularia apiculata (also called False Sensitive Plant, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has small, fern-like leaves that fold inward when touched. It grows in open, sunny areas and is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Humularia apiculata has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, inflammation, and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Humularia apiculata are small, yellow, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Humularia apiculata is an evergreen shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Humularia apiculata
Humularia apiculata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Humularia apiculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Humularia apiculata?
Humularia apiculata
What is the common name of Humularia apiculata?
Apiculata Humularia
What is the family of Humularia apiculata?
Asteraceae
Species in the Humularia genus
Humularia bianoensis, Humularia affinis, Humularia anceps, Humularia apiculata, Humularia bequaertii, Humularia bifoliolata, Humularia callensii, Humularia chevalieri, Humularia ciliatodenticulata, Humularia corbisieri, Humularia descampsii, Humularia drepanocephala, Humularia duvigneaudii, Humularia elegantula, Humularia elisabethvilleana, Humularia kapiriensis, Humularia kassneri, Humularia katangensis, Humularia ledermannii, Humularia magnistipulata, Humularia mendoncae, Humularia meyeri-johannis, Humularia minima, Humularia multifoliolata, Humularia pseudaeschynomene, Humularia renieri, Humularia rosea, Humularia submarginalis, Humularia sudanica, Humularia tenuis, Humularia upembae, Humularia welwitschii, Humularia wittei, Humularia reekmansii, Humularia descampsii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Paul Auguste Duvigneaud (1913-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.A.Duvign.' in the authors string.
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Humularia apiculata (De Wild.) P.A.Duvign.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.