Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
subipecacuanha
ID:
216727

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Robbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 47: 20 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216056

Common Names

  • Hymenocoleus subipecacuanha
  • Subipecacuanha Hymenocoleus
  • Hymenocoleus Subipecacuanha

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Synonyms

  • Hymenocoleus petitianus Robbr. [valid]
  • Uragoga subipecacuanha K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Hymenocoleus subipecacuanha (also called Subipecacuanha Hymenocoleus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia. It grows in lowland rainforest, montane rainforest, and dry deciduous forest.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocoleus subipecacuanha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenocoleus subipecacuanha is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocoleus subipecacuanha can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and kept well-watered.

Where to Find Hymenocoleus subipecacuanha

Hymenocoleus subipecacuanha can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Hymenocoleus subipecacuanha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenocoleus subipecacuanha?

Hymenocoleus subipecacuanha

What type of plant is Hymenocoleus subipecacuanha?

Herb

Where is Hymenocoleus subipecacuanha found?

South America

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-101195: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Elmar Robbrecht (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbr.' in the authors string.