Status:
valid
Authors:
H.S.Lo
Source:
tro
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 17(2): 31 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001135236
Common Names
- Lepisanthes hainanensis
- Hainanensis Lepisanthes
- Hainan Lepisanthes
Description
Lepisanthes hainanensis (also called Hainan Lepisanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is native to China. It is a small deciduous tree that grows up to 8 m tall and has a spreading crown. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in dry and moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lepisanthes hainanensis is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of timber for construction and furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lepisanthes hainanensis are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lepisanthes hainanensis is a tropical tree that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can also be grown in containers.
Where to Find Lepisanthes hainanensis
Lepisanthes hainanensis is native to the rainforests of Central and South America.
Species in the Lepisanthes genus
Lepisanthes falcata,
Lepisanthes erecta,
Lepisanthes divaricata,
Lepisanthes dictyophylla,
Lepisanthes membranifolia,
Lepisanthes burmanica,
Lepisanthes ferruginea,
Lepisanthes kinabaluensis,
Lepisanthes amoena,
Lepisanthes mixta,
Lepisanthes banaensis,
Lepisanthes aphanococca,
Lepisanthes amplifolia,
Lepisanthes bengalan,
Lepisanthes alata,
Lepisanthes andamanica,
Lepisanthes ramiflora,
Lepisanthes simplicifolia,
Lepisanthes senegalensis,
Lepisanthes tetraphylla,
Lepisanthes multijuga,
Lepisanthes unilocularis,
Lepisanthes sambiranensis,
Lepisanthes perrieri,
Lepisanthes chrysotricha,
Lepisanthes fruticosa,
Lepisanthes browniana,
Lepisanthes hainanensis,
Lepisanthes basicardia,
Lepisanthes rubiginosa,
Lepisanthes cauliflora,
Lepisanthes oligophylla,
Species in the Sapindaceae family