Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
globosa
ID:
216410

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gaertn.) Lamb. & Vahl

Source:
wcs

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Descr. Cinchona : 52 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215739

Common Names

  • Hyaenanche globosa
  • Globose Hyaenanche
  • Globose-leaved Hyaenanche

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Synonyms

  • Hyaenanche capensis (Thunb.) Pers. [unknown]
  • Jatropha globosa Gaertn. [unknown]
  • Toxicodendrum capense Thunb. [unknown]
  • Toxicodendrum globosum (Gaertn.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Hyaenanche globosa (also called Globe Hyaenanche, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist deciduous forests, evergreen forests, and dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hyaenanche globosa is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hyaenanche globosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyaenanche globosa is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sterile medium and kept in a humid environment with temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). Once the seedlings have developed a few leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Hyaenanche globosa

Hyaenanche globosa is native to Madagascar.

Hyaenanche globosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyaenanche globosa?

Hyaenanche globosa

What is the common name of Hyaenanche globosa?

Globose Hyaenanche

What is the natural habitat of Hyaenanche globosa?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Hyaenanche genus

Species in the Picrodendraceae family

Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-100885: Based on the initial data import
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
Aylmer Bourke Lambert (1761-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lamb.' in the authors string.
Joseph Gaertner (1732-1791): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gaertn.' in the authors string.