Homoranthus decasetus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decasetus
ID:
215655
Status:
valid
Authors:
Byrnes
Source:
wcs
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 1: 374 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214984
Common Names
- Homoranthus decasetus
- Ten-petalled Homoranthus
- Ten-petalled Christmas Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Homoranthus decasetus (also called Ten-petalled Homoranthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to South America, specifically Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It can be found in tropical rainforests and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Homoranthus decasetus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Homoranthus decasetus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, slender leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Homoranthus decasetus is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Homoranthus decasetus
Homoranthus decasetus is native to tropical rainforests in South America, particularly in Brazil and Colombia.
Homoranthus decasetus FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Homoranthus decasetus?
Homoranthus decasetus prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).
What is the optimal humidity for Homoranthus decasetus?
Homoranthus decasetus prefers humidity levels between 50-70%.
What is the optimal light level for Homoranthus decasetus?
Homoranthus decasetus prefers bright, indirect light.
Species in the Homoranthus genus
Homoranthus biflorus, Homoranthus cernuus, Homoranthus croftianus, Homoranthus darwinioides, Homoranthus decasetus, Homoranthus decumbens, Homoranthus flavescens, Homoranthus floydii, Homoranthus homoranthoides, Homoranthus lunatus, Homoranthus melanostictus, Homoranthus montanus, Homoranthus papillatus, Homoranthus porteri, Homoranthus prolixus, Homoranthus thomasii, Homoranthus tropicus, Homoranthus virgatus, Homoranthus wilhelmii, Homoranthus zeteticorum, Homoranthus binghiensis, Homoranthus coracinus, Homoranthus tricolor, Homoranthus bebo, Homoranthus vagans, Homoranthus inopinatus, Homoranthus brevistylis, Homoranthus elusus, Homoranthus bruhlii, Homoranthus clarksonii, Homoranthus cummingii,
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-100141: Based on the initial data import
Norman Brice Byrnes (1922-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byrnes' in the authors string.