Hedyotis puberulifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.D.Xu & R.J.Wang
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 502(2): 161. 2021
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000027313
Common Names
- Hedyotis puberulifolia
- Puberulifolia's Hedyotis
- Puberulifolia Hedyotis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hedyotis puberulifolia (also called pubescent-leaved hedyotis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem with alternate, ovate leaves and produces white flowers. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Hedyotis puberulifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hedyotis puberulifolia is yellow with purple anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hedyotis puberulifolia is a perennial shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Hedyotis puberulifolia
Hedyotis puberulifolia is native to India.
Hedyotis puberulifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedyotis puberulifolia?
Hedyotis puberulifolia
What is the common name of Hedyotis puberulifolia?
Puberulous-leaved Hedyotis
What type of plant is Hedyotis puberulifolia?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Hedyotis genus
Hedyotis bahaii, Hedyotis wangii, Hedyotis yazhouensis, Hedyotis shenzhenensis, Hedyotis nairii, Hedyotis cheniana, Hedyotis wuzhishanensis, Hedyotis kottangathattiensis, Hedyotis xinyiensis, Hedyotis acutangula, Hedyotis aimiriikensis, Hedyotis albonerva, Hedyotis articularis, Hedyotis atropurpurea, Hedyotis bambusetorum, Hedyotis baotingensis, Hedyotis barberi, Hedyotis beddomei, Hedyotis benguetensis, Hedyotis bourdillonii, Hedyotis brachyantha, Hedyotis bracteosa, Hedyotis buxifolia, Hedyotis cagayanensis, Hedyotis camarinensis, Hedyotis cantoniensis, Hedyotis cardiophylla, Hedyotis catanduanensis, Hedyotis cathayana, Hedyotis caudata, Hedyotis caudatifolia, Hedyotis cinereoviridis, Hedyotis communis, Hedyotis coprosmoides, Hedyotis cornifolia, Hedyotis cryptantha, Hedyotis cushingiae, Hedyotis cyanantha, Hedyotis cyanescens, Hedyotis decora, Hedyotis dendroides, Hedyotis devicolamensis, Hedyotis diffusissima, Hedyotis divaricata, Hedyotis edanoii, Hedyotis effusa, Hedyotis equisetiformis, Hedyotis eualata, Hedyotis eucapitata, Hedyotis evenia,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,