Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
teres
ID:
1330480

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Walter) J.H.Kirkbr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 8: 17 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342934

Common Names

  • Terete Hexasepalum
  • Terete Grass
  • Hexasepalum teres

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Description

Hexasepalum teres (also called Hexasepalum teres, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Peru and Ecuador. It grows in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hexasepalum teres is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hexasepalum teres has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow leaves. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hexasepalum teres is a perennial herb that is native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Hexasepalum teres

Hexasepalum teres can be found in the rainforests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Hexasepalum teres FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hexasepalum teres?

Hexasepalum teres

What is the common name of Hexasepalum teres?

Teres Hexasepalum

What is the natural habitat of Hexasepalum teres?

It is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

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

Thomas Walter (1740-1789): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walter' in the authors string.
Joseph Harold Kirkbride (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Kirkbr.' in the authors string.