Status:
valid
Authors:
Cavaco
Source:
wcs
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 111: 179 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216083
Common Names
- Hymenodictyon berivotrense
- Berivotrense Hymenodictyon
- Hymenodictyon Berivotrense
Synonyms
- Hymenodictyon maevatananense Cavaco [valid]
- Hymenodictyon louhavate longicalyx Cavaco [valid]
Description
Hymenodictyon berivotrense (also called Berivotrense Hymenodictyon, 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
Hymenodictyon berivotrense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenodictyon berivotrense is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hymenodictyon berivotrense is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Division of the rhizomes can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Hymenodictyon berivotrense
Hymenodictyon berivotrense can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Hymenodictyon berivotrense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenodictyon berivotrense?
Hymenodictyon berivotrense
What type of plant is Hymenodictyon berivotrense?
Herb
Where is Hymenodictyon berivotrense found?
South America
Species in the Hymenodictyon genus
Hymenodictyon berivotrense,
Hymenodictyon biafranum,
Hymenodictyon decaryi,
Hymenodictyon embergeri,
Hymenodictyon flaccidum,
Hymenodictyon floribundum,
Hymenodictyon horsfieldii,
Hymenodictyon leandrii,
Hymenodictyon louhavate,
Hymenodictyon obovatum,
Hymenodictyon occidentale,
Hymenodictyon orixense,
Hymenodictyon pachyantha,
Hymenodictyon parvifolium,
Hymenodictyon perieri,
Hymenodictyon septentrionale,
Hymenodictyon seyrigii,
Hymenodictyon timoranum,
Hymenodictyon antakaranensis,
Hymenodictyon epiphyticum,
Hymenodictyon glabrum,
Hymenodictyon madagascaricum,
Hymenodictyon tsingy,
Hymenodictyon fimbriolatum,
Hymenodictyon scabrum,
Hymenodictyon kaokoensis,
Hymenodictyon austroafricanum,
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,