Hintonia lumana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Common Names
- Hintonia
- Luma
- Luma Apiculata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesUses & Benefits
Hintonia lumana is used primarily for its ornamental value in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as its leaves are believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hintonia lumana has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
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Hintonia lumana is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Hintonia lumana
Hintonia lumana is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Hintonia lumana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hintonia lumana?
Hintonia lumana
What is the common name of Hintonia lumana?
Luman's Hintonia
What is the natural habitat of Hintonia lumana?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Hintonia genus
Species in the Rubiaceae family
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