Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
galeottii
ID:
726699

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz.) C.V.Morton ex L.O.Williams

Source:
cmp

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 29: 358 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726032

Common Names

  • Galeottii Hybanthus
  • Galeottii Pandanus
  • Galeottii Screw Pine

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Synonyms

  • Calceolaria nigricans Dowell [unknown]
  • Calceolaria occulta Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ionidium galeottii Turcz. [unknown]
  • Hybanthus occultus (Pol.) Standl. [unknown]
  • Ionidium occultum Pol. [unknown]
  • Hybanthus nigricans (Dowell) Standl. [unknown]

Description

Hybanthus galeottii (also called Galeotti's vein-flower, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Violaceae family. It is a small herb, usually reaching a height of 5–15 cm. It is native to the Dominican Republic. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hybanthus galeottii is an ornamental plant, often used as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hybanthus galeottii is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hybanthus galeottii is a perennial herb native to Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining medium. Hybanthus galeottii prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Hybanthus galeottii

Hybanthus galeottii is native to Mexico and can be found in moist, shady areas of the country.

Hybanthus galeottii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hybanthus galeottii?

Hybanthus galeottii

What is the common name of Hybanthus galeottii?

Galeotti's violet

What is the native range of Hybanthus galeottii?

Central and South America

Species in the Hybanthus genus

Hybanthus albus, Hybanthus austrocaledonicus, Hybanthus caledonicus, Hybanthus cymulosus, Hybanthus debilissimus, Hybanthus domingensis, Hybanthus durus, Hybanthus epacroides, Hybanthus galeottii, Hybanthus graminifolius, Hybanthus havanensis, Hybanthus heterosepalus, Hybanthus leptopus, Hybanthus leucanthus, Hybanthus micranthus, Hybanthus mossamedensis, Hybanthus paraguariensis, Hybanthus parviflorus, Hybanthus peninsularis, Hybanthus puberulus, Hybanthus pumilio, Hybanthus racemiferus, Hybanthus serrulatus, Hybanthus urbanianus, Hybanthus vatsavayae, Hybanthus vernonii, Hybanthus verticillatus, Hybanthus volubilis, Hybanthus yucatanensis, Hybanthus nanus, Hybanthus lehmannii, Hybanthus lineatus, Hybanthus melchiorianus, Hybanthus decaryanus, Hybanthus danguyanus, Hybanthus concolor, Hybanthus thiemei, Hybanthus capensis, Hybanthus chiapensis, Hybanthus proctori, Hybanthus guanacastensis, Hybanthus tenuifolius, Hybanthus longipes, Hybanthus rosei, Hybanthus purpusii, Hybanthus denticulatus, Hybanthus salacioides, Hybanthus glaucus, Hybanthus procumbens, Hybanthus biacuminatus,

Species in the Violaceae family

Agatea lecointei, Agatea longipedicellata, Agatea macrobotrys, Agatea pancheri, Agatea rufotomentosa, Agatea schlechteri, Agatea veillonii, Agatea violaris, Allexis batangae, Allexis cauliflora, Allexis obanensis, Allexis zygomorpha, Amphirrhox grandifolia, Amphirrhox longifolia, Anchietea exalata, Anchietea frangulifolia, Anchietea peruviana, Anchietea pyrifolia, Anchietea raimondii, Anchietea selloviana, Anchietea suma, Anchietea ferrucciae, Anchietea ballardii, Calyptrion arboreum, Calyptrion carthagenense, Calyptrion pubescens, Calyptrion volubile, Decorsella paradoxa, Fusispermum laxiflorum, Fusispermum minutiflorum, Fusispermum rubrolignosum, Hybanthopsis bahiensis, Hybanthus albus, Hybanthus austrocaledonicus, Hybanthus caledonicus, Hybanthus cymulosus, Hybanthus debilissimus, Hybanthus domingensis, Hybanthus durus, Hybanthus epacroides, Hybanthus galeottii, Hybanthus graminifolius, Hybanthus havanensis, Hybanthus heterosepalus, Hybanthus leptopus, Hybanthus leucanthus, Hybanthus micranthus, Hybanthus mossamedensis, Hybanthus paraguariensis, Hybanthus parviflorus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2855316: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
Conrad Vernon Morton (1905-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.V.Morton' in the authors string.