Heteropterys pauciflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pauciflora
ID:
722175
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Juss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. sér. 2, 13: 277. 1840 [Apr 1840]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721508
Common Names
- Pauciflora Heteropterys
- Pauciflora Bush-Cherry
- Pauciflora
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- Hiraea pauciflora A.Juss. [unknown]
- Heteropterys pauciflora eglandulosa Nied. [unknown]
- Heteropterys pauciflora glandulifera Nied. [unknown]
- Heteropterys pauciflora adenophylla Nied. [unknown]
- Heteropterys pauciflora glandulifera Griseb. [unknown]
- Heteropterys pauciflora typica Nied. [unknown]
Description
Heteropterys pauciflora (also called Heteropterys pauciflora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It grows in wet forests, at elevations of 500–2,000 m. It has yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Heteropterys pauciflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make baskets, mats, and other handicrafts.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Heteropterys pauciflora is a small, yellow, fragrant flower. The seed is small and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heteropterys pauciflora can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Heteropterys pauciflora
Heteropterys pauciflora is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Goiás, and Minas Gerais.
Heteropterys pauciflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heteropterys pauciflora?
Heteropterys pauciflora
What is the common name of Heteropterys pauciflora?
Heteropterys pauciflora
What is the natural habitat of Heteropterys pauciflora?
Tropical rainforests of South America
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-2848367: Based on the initial data import
Adrien-Henri de Jussieu (1797-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Juss.' in the authors string.