Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
stricta
ID:
217084

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight & Arn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient. : 399 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216413

Common Names

  • Hyptianthera stricta
  • Strict Hyptianthera
  • Strict Hyptianthera Moss

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Synonyms

  • Hypobathrum strictum Kurz [unknown]
  • Hyptianthera bracteata Craib [valid]
  • Macrocnemum strictum Roxb. ex Roem. & Schult. [valid]
  • Randia stricta (Roxb. ex Roem. & Schult.) Roxb. [valid]
  • Rondeletia stricta Roth [valid]
  • Solena stricta (Roxb. ex Schult.) D.Dietr. [valid]

Description

Hyptianthera stricta (also called Strict Hyptianthera, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It is a small shrub, growing to a height of 1 m (3.3 ft). Its leaves are opposite, with leaflets arranged in a linear pattern. Its flowers are white, and its fruits are small, red drupes.

Uses & Benefits

Hyptianthera stricta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hyptianthera stricta has small, white flowers with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyptianthera stricta is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and should be from healthy, disease-free plants. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be planted in a well-drained, sunny position.

Where to Find Hyptianthera stricta

Hyptianthera stricta can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Hyptianthera stricta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyptianthera stricta?

Hyptianthera stricta

What is the family of Hyptianthera stricta?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Hyptianthera stricta?

Strict Hyptianthera

Species in the Hyptianthera genus

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-101542: Based on the initial data import
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.