Hellenia abnormis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abnormis
ID:
440101
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Trans. Hort. Soc. London 7:60. (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439433
Common Names
- Hellenia abnormis
- Abnormal Hellenia
- Abnormal Sunflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hellenia abnormis (also called Starburst Cactus, Pinwheel Cactus, and Star-of-Bethlehem Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It has flat, segmented stems with small, pointed, yellow-spined leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often growing on trees or rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Hellenia abnormis is used as an ornamental plant and can be grown in pots or hanging baskets. It is also used as a houseplant and is known for its bright and colorful flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hellenia abnormis has yellow flowers with white petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hellenia abnormis is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Hellenia abnormis
Hellenia abnormis is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Hellenia abnormis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hellenia abnormis?
Hellenia abnormis
What type of plant is Hellenia abnormis?
A shrub
Where is Hellenia abnormis native to?
Mexico
Species in the Hellenia genus
Species in the Zingiberaceae family
Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,
References
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000439433: Based on the initial data import