Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ducke) Sleumer
Source:
tro
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 38: 49. 1984
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252942
Common Names
- Heisteria amphoricarpa
- Amphoricarpa Heisteria
- Amphoricarpa Heisteria Tree
Description
Heisteria amphoricarpa (also called Amphoricarp Heisteria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with oblong leaves and small yellow flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry savannas and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Heisteria amphoricarpa is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heisteria amphoricarpa has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Heisteria amphoricarpa is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m in height. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Heisteria amphoricarpa
Heisteria amphoricarpa can be found in the southeastern United States, primarily in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina.
Heisteria amphoricarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heisteria amphoricarpa?
Heisteria amphoricarpa
What are the common names of Heisteria amphoricarpa?
Amphoricarpous Heisteria
What type of plant is Heisteria amphoricarpa?
Tree
Species in the Heisteria genus
Heisteria acuminata,
Heisteria amazonica,
Heisteria asplundii,
Heisteria barbata,
Heisteria blanchetiana,
Heisteria citrifolia,
Heisteria coccinea,
Heisteria concinna,
Heisteria costaricensis,
Heisteria cyathiformis,
Heisteria densifrons,
Heisteria duckei,
Heisteria insculpta,
Heisteria latifolia,
Heisteria macrophylla,
Heisteria maguirei,
Heisteria maytenoides,
Heisteria media,
Heisteria nitida,
Heisteria ovata,
Heisteria parvifolia,
Heisteria pentandra,
Heisteria povedae,
Heisteria scandens,
Heisteria spruceana,
Heisteria zimmereri,
Heisteria trillesiana,
Heisteria cauliflora,
Heisteria laxiflora,
Heisteria salicifolia,
Heisteria silvianii,
Heisteria skutchii,
Heisteria amphoricarpa,
Heisteria huberiana,
Heisteria perianthomega,
Heisteria erythrocarpa,
Heisteria pacifica,
Species in the Olacaceae family
Anacolosa casearioides,
Anacolosa cauliflora,
Anacolosa clarkii,
Anacolosa crassipes,
Anacolosa densiflora,
Anacolosa frutescens,
Anacolosa glochidiiformis,
Anacolosa griffithii,
Anacolosa ilicoides,
Anacolosa insularis,
Anacolosa lutea,
Anacolosa papuana,
Anacolosa pervilleana,
Anacolosa poilanei,
Anacolosa uncifera,
Aptandra caudata,
Aptandra liriosmoides,
Aptandra tubicina,
Aptandra zenkeri,
Brachynema axillare,
Brachynema ramiflorum,
Cathedra acuminata,
Cathedra bahiensis,
Cathedra grandiflora,
Cathedra paraensis,
Cathedra rubricaulis,
Chaunochiton angustifolium,
Chaunochiton kappleri,
Chaunochiton loranthoides,
Coula edulis,
Curupira tefeensis,
Diogoa retivenia,
Diogoa zenkeri,
Douradoa consimilis,
Engomegoma gordonii,
Erythropalum scandens,
Harmandia mekongensis,
Heisteria acuminata,
Heisteria amazonica,
Heisteria asplundii,
Heisteria barbata,
Heisteria blanchetiana,
Heisteria citrifolia,
Heisteria coccinea,
Heisteria concinna,
Heisteria costaricensis,
Heisteria cyathiformis,
Heisteria densifrons,
Heisteria duckei,
Heisteria insculpta,