Nothaphoebe helophila - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
helophila
ID:
1239887
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kosterm.) Kosterm.
Source:
tro
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 7: 355 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239225
Common Names
- Helophila Nothaphoebe
- Marsh-loving Nothaphoebe
- Nothaphoebe Helophila
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nothaphoebe helophila (also called Helophilic Nothaphoebe, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has dark green leaves and produces white-pink flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Nothaphoebe helophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is used to make furniture and other items.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Nothaphoebe helophila are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nothaphoebe helophila is a species of flowering plant in the family Caprifoliaceae. It is native to Brazil. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe shoots in the summer and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Nothaphoebe helophila
Nothaphoebe helophila is native to Southeast Asia, from India to the Philippines.
Nothaphoebe helophila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nothaphoebe helophila?
Nothaphoebe helophila
What is the family of Nothaphoebe helophila?
Myoporaceae
What is the native range of Nothaphoebe helophila?
Brazil
Species in the Nothaphoebe 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50101577: Based on the initial data import
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.