Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curtisii
ID:
722465

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 5: 189 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721798

Common Names

  • Curtis' Hexapora
  • Hexapora curtisii
  • Curtis' Starfish Flower

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Synonyms

  • Micropora curtisii (Hook.f.) Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Hexapora curtisii (also called Curtis' star apple, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in woodlands, savannas, and thickets. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white, star-shaped flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hexapora curtisii is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make dyes and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hexapora curtisii has white flowers with a yellow center and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and round with a light brown color. Seedlings have a single stem and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hexapora curtisii is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Hexapora curtisii

Hexapora curtisii is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Hexapora curtisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hexapora curtisii?

Hexapora curtisii

What is the common name of Hexapora curtisii?

Curtis' Hexapora

What is the natural habitat of Hexapora curtisii?

It is native to South America

Species in the Hexapora genus

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,