Heteropterys amplexicaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplexicaulis
ID:
722024
Status:
valid
Authors:
Morong
Source:
cmp
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Ann. New York Acad. Sci. 7: 67 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721357
Common Names
- Heteropterys amplexicaulis
- Clasping-leaved Heteropterys
- Clasping-leaved False Foxglove
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heteropterys amplexicaulis (also called Heteropterys amplexicaulis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in coastal areas, mangroves, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Heteropterys amplexicaulis is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Heteropterys amplexicaulis is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heteropterys amplexicaulis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Both the seedlings and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and should be fertilized every few weeks. Once the plants are established, they should be pruned to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Heteropterys amplexicaulis
Heteropterys amplexicaulis is native to Central and South America, and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.
Heteropterys amplexicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heteropterys amplexicaulis?
Heteropterys amplexicaulis
What is the common name of Heteropterys amplexicaulis?
Amplexicaul Heteropterys
What type of plant is Heteropterys amplexicaulis?
Heteropterys amplexicaulis is a shrub
Species in the Heteropterys genus
Heteropterys complicata, Heteropterys ovata, Heteropterys admirabilis, Heteropterys alata, Heteropterys aliciae, Heteropterys amplexicaulis, Heteropterys andersonii, Heteropterys arenaria, Heteropterys argyrophaea, Heteropterys atabapensis, Heteropterys aureonitens, Heteropterys ayacuchensis, Heteropterys banksiifolia, Heteropterys berteroana, Heteropterys bicolor, Heteropterys brachiata, Heteropterys brasiliensis, Heteropterys bullata, Heteropterys byrsonimifolia, Heteropterys campestris, Heteropterys capixaba, Heteropterys chrysophylla, Heteropterys cochleosperma, Heteropterys coleoptera, Heteropterys coriacea, Heteropterys corumbensis, Heteropterys cristata, Heteropterys cuatrecasasii, Heteropterys dichromocalyx, Heteropterys discolor, Heteropterys dumetorum, Heteropterys eglandulosa, Heteropterys escalloniifolia, Heteropterys fluminensis, Heteropterys fragilis, Heteropterys glabra, Heteropterys glazioviana, Heteropterys grandiflora, Heteropterys huberi, Heteropterys hypericifolia, Heteropterys intermedia, Heteropterys jardimii, Heteropterys krapovickasii, Heteropterys laurentii, Heteropterys laurifolia, Heteropterys leona, Heteropterys leschenaultiana, Heteropterys lindleyana, Heteropterys lonicerifolia, Heteropterys macradena,
Species in the Malpighiaceae family
Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2848074: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Morong (1827-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morong' in the authors string.