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
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.
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,