Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
mello-barretoi
ID:
1305018

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) J.H.Kirkbr. & Delprete

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 9: 104 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317472

Common Names

  • Hexasepalum Mello-Barretoi
  • Hexasepalum Mello Barretoi
  • Hexasepalum Mello-Barreto

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Description

Hexasepalum mello-barretoi (also called 'Mello-Barretoi Hexasepalum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is an annual herb with small, yellow flowers and trifoliate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in dry, open habitats such as grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hexasepalum mello-barretoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hexasepalum mello-barretoi has small yellow flowers with three petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hexasepalum mello-barretoi is a tropical shrub native to Brazil. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Hexasepalum mello-barretoi

Hexasepalum mello-barretoi is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Hexasepalum mello-barretoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hexasepalum mello-barretoi?

Hexasepalum mello-barretoi

What is the family of Hexasepalum mello-barretoi?

Rubiaceae

Where is Hexasepalum mello-barretoi found?

Brazil

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,

References

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Joseph Harold Kirkbride (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Kirkbr.' in the authors string.
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.