Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
woxvoldiana
ID:
1327786

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.N.Takeuchi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 172: 94 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340240

Common Names

  • Woxvoldiana Helicia
  • Woxvoldiana Helicia
  • Woxvoldiana Helicia

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Description

Helicia woxvoldiana (also called Woxvold's Helicia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Proteaceae. It is a small, evergreen shrub, growing up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, from Mexico to Peru. It is found in moist, lowland habitats, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Helicia woxvoldiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helicia woxvoldiana is yellow and tubular, with four lobes. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, and oblong-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helicia woxvoldiana is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It is propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and divide the plants in the fall. It is also important to keep the soil evenly moist and to fertilize the plants regularly.

Where to Find Helicia woxvoldiana

Helicia woxvoldiana is found in Brazil.

Helicia woxvoldiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helicia woxvoldiana?

Helicia woxvoldiana

What is the natural habitat of Helicia woxvoldiana?

It is found in Australia.

What is the flowering season of Helicia woxvoldiana?

It flowers from August to October.

Species in the Helicia genus

Helicia acutifolia, Helicia affinis, Helicia albiflora, Helicia amplifolia, Helicia archboldiana, Helicia arguta, Helicia attenuata, Helicia australasica, Helicia biformis, Helicia blakei, Helicia bullata, Helicia calocoma, Helicia cameronii, Helicia carrii, Helicia celata, Helicia celebica, Helicia ceylanica, Helicia clemensiae, Helicia coeruleopurpurea, Helicia commutata, Helicia dentellata, Helicia elephanti, Helicia excelsa, Helicia falcata, Helicia ferruginea, Helicia finisterrae, Helicia forbesiana, Helicia fragilis, Helicia fuscotomentosa, Helicia glabrescens, Helicia glabriflora, Helicia graciliflora, Helicia grandifolia, Helicia grayi, Helicia hypoglauca, Helicia insularis, Helicia kjellbergii, Helicia laiagamensis, Helicia latifolia, Helicia lauterbachiana, Helicia ledermannii, Helicia lewisensis, Helicia loranthoides, Helicia macrostachya, Helicia maxwelliana, Helicia microcarpa, Helicia microneura, Helicia microphylla, Helicia neglecta, Helicia nortoniana,

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References

Wayne N. Takeuchi (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.N.Takeuchi' in the authors string.