Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Harris, I.Darbysh. & Polhill
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 66: 246 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749450
Common Names
- Helixanthera Schizocalyx
- Schizocalyx Helixanthera
- Helixanthera Schizocalyx
Description
Helixanthera schizocalyx (also called Schizocalyx Helixanthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melanthiaceae. It is native to eastern North America and is found in moist forests and woodlands. It is a small herbaceous plant, typically reaching heights of up to 30 cm. Its leaves are three-lobed and its flowers are white.
Uses & Benefits
Helixanthera schizocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Helixanthera schizocalyx has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helixanthera schizocalyx is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a light, well-drained soil in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Helixanthera schizocalyx
Helixanthera schizocalyx can be found in India and Sri Lanka.
Helixanthera schizocalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helixanthera schizocalyx?
Helixanthera schizocalyx
What is the common name of Helixanthera schizocalyx?
Schizocalyx
What is the natural habitat of Helixanthera schizocalyx?
Tropical moist forests of South America
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
Iain Darbyshire: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Darbysh.' in the authors string.