Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
dentatum
ID:
1260475

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Casar.) Cuatrec.

Source:
tro

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 35: 136 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259813

Common Names

  • Humiriastrum dentatum
  • Toothed Humiriastrum
  • Toothed False Foxglove

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Description

Humiriastrum dentatum (also called Humiriastrum dentatum, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a woody stem and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in wetland habitats such as marshes and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Humiriastrum dentatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Humiriastrum dentatum has yellow flowers with dark centers and long, narrow seed pods. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Humiriastrum dentatum is a perennial plant that is best propagated from seed. It can be sown in early spring in a cold frame or in the fall in a well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in a sandy soil and lightly covered. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It is best to plant the seedlings in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Humiriastrum dentatum

Humiriastrum dentatum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Angola, Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe.

Humiriastrum dentatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Humiriastrum dentatum?

Humiriastrum dentatum

What is the family of Humiriastrum dentatum?

Humiriaceae

What is the native range of Humiriastrum dentatum?

Brazil

Species in the Humiriaceae family

Duckesia verrucosa, Endopleura uchi, Humiria balsamifera, Humiria crassifolia, Humiria fruticosa, Humiria wurdackii, Humiria crassifolia, Humiriastrum colombianum, Humiriastrum cuspidatum, Humiriastrum diguense, Humiriastrum liesneri, Humiriastrum mussunungense, Humiriastrum obovatum, Humiriastrum ottohuberi, Humiriastrum piraparanense, Humiriastrum excelsum, Humiriastrum procerum, Humiriastrum melanocarpum, Humiriastrum glaziovii, Humiriastrum mapiriense, Humiriastrum villosum, Humiriastrum dentatum, Humiriastrum subcrenatum, Humiriastrum spiritu-sancti, Hylocarpa heterocarpa, Sacoglottis gabonensis, Sacoglottis maguirei, Sacoglottis mattogrossensis, Sacoglottis guianensis, Sacoglottis cydonioides, Sacoglottis amazonica, Sacoglottis ceratocarpa, Sacoglottis trichogyna, Sacoglottis ovicarpa, Sacoglottis holdridgei, Schistostemon auyantepuiense, Schistostemon retusum, Schistostemon fernandezii, Schistostemon oblongifolium, Schistostemon reticulatum, Schistostemon dichotomum, Schistostemon macrophyllum, Schistostemon densiflorum, Schistostemon sylvaticus, Schistostemon auyantepuiensis, Vantanea minor, Vantanea guianensis, Vantanea parviflora, Vantanea macrocarpa, Vantanea obovata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50193333: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Giovanni Casaretto (1810-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Casar.' in the authors string.