Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Huerteales
Genus:
Species:
glandulosa
ID:
726364

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Fl. Peruv. 3: 4 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725697

Common Names

  • Glandular Huertea
  • Glandular Hugonia
  • Glandular Ironwood

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Description

Huertea glandulosa (also called Glandular Huertea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central America and the Caribbean. It has a straight trunk and a rounded crown, with dark green, glossy leaves that are arranged in opposite pairs. The bark is smooth and grayish-brown in color, with small, glandular hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Huertea glandulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Huertea glandulosa has a solitary flower with five petals that are white to pinkish in color. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small, white, and have five pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huertea glandulosa is a shrub native to Cuba. It prefers a sunny location with well-draining soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings. Take a cutting from the main plant and allow it to dry for a few days before planting in a pot with well-draining soil. Water regularly but do not overwater.

Where to Find Huertea glandulosa

Huertea glandulosa can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Huertea glandulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huertea glandulosa?

Huertea glandulosa

What type of plant is Huertea glandulosa?

A shrub

Where is Huertea glandulosa native to?

South America

References

Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:69729-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release