Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
moerenhoutiana
ID:
721274

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 7: 189 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720607

Common Names

  • Hernandia moerenhoutiana
  • Moerenhout's Hernandia
  • Moerenhout's Sea Apple

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Description

Hernandia moerenhoutiana (also called Moerenhout's Hernandia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical America. It grows to a height of 6-15 m and has a single, erect trunk. Its leaves are elliptic and its flowers are white or yellowish-white. It grows in woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Hernandia moerenhoutiana is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a long flowering season and is drought tolerant, making it a low maintenance plant. It is also used medicinally to treat skin ailments and as an astringent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hernandia moerenhoutiana sub. samoensis (Hochr.) Kubitzki
Hernandia moerenhoutiana sub. elliptica H.St.John

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hernandia moerenhoutiana has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hernandia moerenhoutiana is a tropical evergreen tree that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Hernandia moerenhoutiana

Hernandia moerenhoutiana can be found in the Caribbean region, including Cuba, Jamaica, and Haiti.

Hernandia moerenhoutiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hernandia moerenhoutiana?

Hernandia moerenhoutiana

What is the common name of Hernandia moerenhoutiana?

Moerenhout's Hernandia

Where is Hernandia moerenhoutiana found?

West Africa

Species in the Hernandiaceae family

Gyrocarpus americanus, Gyrocarpus angustifolius, Gyrocarpus hababensis, Gyrocarpus jatrophifolius, Gyrocarpus mocinoi, Hernandia beninensis, Hernandia bivalvis, Hernandia catalpifolia, Hernandia cordigera, Hernandia cubensis, Hernandia didymantha, Hernandia drakeana, Hernandia guianensis, Hernandia jamaicensis, Hernandia moerenhoutiana, Hernandia nukuhivensis, Hernandia nymphaeifolia, Hernandia obovata, Hernandia olivacea, Hernandia papuana, Hernandia rostrata, Hernandia sonora, Hernandia stenura, Hernandia temarii, Hernandia hammelii, Hernandia voyroni, Hernandia mascarenensis, Hernandia lychnifera, Hernandia wendtii, Hernandia albiflora, Hernandia stokesii, Illigera cava, Illigera appendiculata, Illigera elegans, Illigera gammiei, Illigera megaptera, Illigera pentaphylla, Illigera pierrei, Illigera pulchra, Illigera thorelii, Illigera vespertilio, Illigera villosa, Illigera madagascariensis, Illigera orbiculata, Illigera cordata, Illigera nervosa, Illigera grandiflora, Illigera rhodantha, Illigera glabra, Illigera pseudoparviflora,