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
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.
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
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,