Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cyathiformis
ID:
717784

Status:
valid

Authors:
Little

Source:
cmp

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 38: 87 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717117

Common Names

  • Heisteria cyathiformis
  • Cup-Shaped Heisteria
  • Heisteria

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Description

Heisteria cyathiformis (also called cup-shaped heisteria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Olacaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Heisteria cyathiformis has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Heisteria cyathiformis are yellow, with five petals and a short, straight pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heisteria cyathiformis is a shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C. It is best grown in a sheltered spot in the garden.

Where to Find Heisteria cyathiformis

Heisteria cyathiformis is native to South America.

Heisteria cyathiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heisteria cyathiformis?

Heisteria cyathiformis

What is the common name of Heisteria cyathiformis?

Cup-shaped Heisteria

What is the natural habitat of Heisteria cyathiformis?

Heisteria cyathiformis is found in dry, rocky soils in the southwestern United States

Species in the Heisteria genus

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,

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