Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
zappiae
ID:
1305019

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.L.Cabral & Cabaña Fader

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41: 420 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317473

Common Names

  • Hexasepalum Zappiae
  • Hexasepalum Zappia
  • Hexasepalum Zappi

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Description

Hexasepalum zappiae (also called 'Zappiae 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 zappiae 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 zappiae 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 zappiae 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 zappiae

Hexasepalum zappiae is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Hexasepalum zappiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hexasepalum zappiae?

Hexasepalum zappiae

What is the family of Hexasepalum zappiae?

Rubiaceae

Where is Hexasepalum zappiae 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

Elsa Leonor Cabral (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.L.Cabral' in the authors string.
Andrea A. Cabaña Fader: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabaña Fader' in the authors string.