Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
punctata
ID:
1330501

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) J.R.Abbott & J.F.B.Pastore

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 70(3)-39: 5 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342955

Common Names

  • Punctata Hebecarpa
  • Hebecarpa punctata
  • Hebecarpa punctata

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Description

Hebecarpa punctata (also called Hebecarpa punctata var. punctata, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the genus Hebecarpa. It is found in Mexico and Guatemala. It grows in humid forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Hebecarpa punctata is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and coughs. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hebecarpa punctata has yellow flowers with red centers and is a member of the mint family. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have short, thick stems with large, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hebecarpa punctata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or early summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels.

Where to Find Hebecarpa punctata

Hebecarpa punctata can be found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Hebecarpa punctata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hebecarpa punctata?

Hebecarpa punctata

What is the family of Hebecarpa punctata?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Hebecarpa punctata?

Punctata Hebecarpa

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humb.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.
J.Richard Abbott (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Abbott' in the authors string.