Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
sonora
ID:
721285

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 981 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720618

Common Names

  • Hernandia sonora
  • Sonoran Hernandia
  • Sonoran Sea Apple

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Description

Hernandia sonora (also called Sonoran Sea Olive, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Hernandiaceae. It is a large shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to the tropical Indo-Pacific region, from the east coast of Africa to the central Pacific islands, and is found in coastal habitats, including mangrove swamps and coral reefs.

Uses & Benefits

Hernandia sonora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a shade tree in tropical climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hernandia sonora 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 sonora 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 sonora

Hernandia sonora is found in the tropical Pacific and Indian Oceans.

Hernandia sonora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hernandia sonora?

Hernandia sonora

What type of plant is Hernandia sonora?

Herbaceous plant

What is the natural habitat of Hernandia sonora?

Grassy areas

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,

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