Hippotis brevistipula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Calderón Cruz
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Novon 26(2): 145. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000004966
Common Names
- Hippotis brevistipula
- Brevistipula Hippotis
- Hippotis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hippotis brevistipula (also called Short-stalked Hippotis, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to Australia. It grows in dry, open woodlands and grasslands, often in sandy soil.
Uses & Benefits
Hippotis brevistipula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hippotis brevistipula is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong shape. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hippotis brevistipula is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate drought and is moderately salt tolerant.
Where to Find Hippotis brevistipula
Hippotis brevistipula can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.
Hippotis brevistipula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hippotis brevistipula?
Hippotis brevistipula
What is the common name of Hippotis brevistipula?
Short-stalked Hippotis
What is the natural habitat of Hippotis brevistipula?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Hippotis genus
Hippotis panamensis, Hippotis stellata, Hippotis comosa, Hippotis albiflora, Hippotis brevipes, Hippotis grandiflora, Hippotis lasseri, Hippotis mollis, Hippotis peruviana, Hippotis subelongata, Hippotis triflora, Hippotis tubiflora, Hippotis hirsutissima, Hippotis brevistipula, Hippotis vasqueziana, Hippotis elegantula, Hippotis ecuatoriana, Hippotis antioquiana,
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,