Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
squamata
ID:
1250712

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lundell) Pipoly & Ricketson

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Sida 18: 725 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250050

Common Names

  • Hymenandra squamata
  • Hymenandra
  • Squamata

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Description

Hymenandra squamata (also called 'Scaly Hymenandra', among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It has a dense, upright habit and grows up to 2 m tall. It has ovate leaves with a glossy texture and produces white flowers with yellow anthers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenandra squamata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenandra squamata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenandra squamata is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Division is the preferred method of propagation, as it is the most reliable. The plant should be divided in spring or early summer, and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Hymenandra squamata

Hymenandra squamata is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found growing in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in grasslands and open woodlands.

Hymenandra squamata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenandra squamata?

Hymenandra squamata

What is the common name of Hymenandra squamata?

Scaly Hymenandra

What is the family of Hymenandra squamata?

Rubiaceae

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50153116: Based on the initial data import
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.
John J. Pipoly (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pipoly' in the authors string.
Jon M. Ricketson (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ricketson' in the authors string.