Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
rosea
ID:
508089

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 24: 510 (2006 publ. 2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507421

Common Names

  • Rosea Hirania
  • Hirania rosea
  • Rosea Hirania

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Description

Hirania rosea (also called Rose Hirania, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, pink flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is commonly found in dry, open grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hirania rosea is used for timber and is also used in traditional medicine for treating malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hirania rosea is a white to yellow-green, 5-petalled flower with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed with a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a diameter of 0.5-1 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hirania rosea is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Hirania rosea

Hirania rosea can be found in the tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Hirania rosea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hirania rosea?

Hirania rosea

What is the natural habitat of Hirania rosea?

Dry grasslands

What is the flowering season of Hirania rosea?

Spring

Species in the Hirania genus

Species in the Sapindaceae family