Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
kirkii
ID:
719743

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Danser

Source:
cmp

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk., Sect. 2 , 29(6): 57 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000719076

Common Names

  • Helixanthera Kirkii
  • Kirki's Helixanthera
  • Kirki's Helix

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Synonyms

  • Loranthus kirkii Oliv. [unknown]
  • Acrostachys kirkii Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Helixanthera somalensis (Chiov.) Danser [unknown]
  • Ileostylus kirkii Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Loranthus stefaninii Chiov. [unknown]

Description

Helixanthera kirkii (also called Kirk's Helixanthera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has an erect stem and ovate-lanceolate leaves, with a white and pink flower. It is found in wet soils, such as swamps, marshes, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Helixanthera kirkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helixanthera kirkii is small and white, with four petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedling is a small, thin, green plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helixanthera kirkii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Helixanthera kirkii

Helixanthera kirkii is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece. It can be found in rocky, sunny areas, often near the coast.

Helixanthera kirkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helixanthera kirkii?

Helixanthera kirkii

What is the common name of Helixanthera kirkii?

Kirkii

Where is Helixanthera kirkii found?

It is found in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia.

Species in the Helixanthera genus

Helixanthera lambertiana, Helixanthera odorata, Helixanthera alata, Helixanthera balansae, Helixanthera beccarii, Helixanthera brevicalyx, Helixanthera cleghornii, Helixanthera crassipetala, Helixanthera cylindrica, Helixanthera ensifolia, Helixanthera flabellifolia, Helixanthera hookeriana, Helixanthera huillensis, Helixanthera intermedia, Helixanthera kirkii, Helixanthera lepidophylla, Helixanthera ligustrina, Helixanthera longispicata, Helixanthera mannii, Helixanthera maxwelliana, Helixanthera parasitica, Helixanthera parishii, Helixanthera pulchra, Helixanthera setigera, Helixanthera spathulata, Helixanthera spicata, Helixanthera subalata, Helixanthera sublgustrina, Helixanthera verruculosa, Helixanthera wallichiana, Helixanthera schizocalyx, Helixanthera garciana, Helixanthera woodii, Helixanthera obtusata, Helixanthera periclymenoides, Helixanthera tetrapartita, Helixanthera thomsonii, Helixanthera coccinea, Helixanthera sampsonii, Helixanthera terrestris, Helixanthera guangxiensis, Helixanthera scoriarum, Helixanthera delavayi, Helixanthera sessiliflora,

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2844647: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
B. H. Danser (1891-1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Danser' in the authors string.