Humularia kapiriensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild.) P.A.Duvign.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique86: 180 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174882
Common Names
- Humularia kapiriensis
- Kapiri Humularia
- Kapiri Spurge
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- Geissaspis welwitschii kapiriensis De Wild. [valid]
Description
Humularia kapiriensis (also called Kapiri Humularia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Humularia kapiriensis has been used as a medicinal plant, as a source of food, and as a source of fiber for making rope and baskets.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Humularia kapiriensis var. repens Verdc.Humularia kapiriensis var. kapiriensis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Humularia kapiriensis has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seed is small, dark brown and flat. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Humularia kapiriensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it once a month.
Where to Find Humularia kapiriensis
Humularia kapiriensis can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Costa Rica, and Panama.
Humularia kapiriensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Humularia kapiriensis?
Humularia kapiriensis
What are the common names of Humularia kapiriensis?
Kapiri Humularia
What is the natural habitat of Humularia kapiriensis?
Dry tropical forests
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 kapiriensis (De Wild.) P.A.Duvign.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.