Status:
valid
Authors:
Rech.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 150: 244 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216081
Common Names
- Hymenocrater yazdianus
- Yazdian Hymenocrater
- Hymenocrater Yazdianus
Description
Hymenocrater yazdianus (also called Yazdian Hymenocrater, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia. It grows in lowland rainforest, montane rainforest, and dry deciduous forest.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenocrater yazdianus is a popular ornamental plant due to its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenocrater yazdianus is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hymenocrater yazdianus is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Division of the rhizomes can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Hymenocrater yazdianus
Hymenocrater yazdianus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Hymenocrater yazdianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenocrater yazdianus?
Hymenocrater yazdianus
What type of plant is Hymenocrater yazdianus?
Herb
Where is Hymenocrater yazdianus found?
South America
Species in the Hymenocrater genus
Hymenocrater adenothrix,
Hymenocrater altimuranus,
Hymenocrater bituminosus,
Hymenocrater calycinus,
Hymenocrater elegans,
Hymenocrater incanus,
Hymenocrater inciaidentatus,
Hymenocrater longiflorus,
Hymenocrater oxyodontus,
Hymenocrater platystegius,
Hymenocrater sessilifolius,
Hymenocrater yazdianus,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,