Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
merrillianus
ID:
1583333

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sleumer

Source:

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 69: 50 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200027429



Common Names

  • Hydnocarpus merrillianus
  • Merrill's Hydnocarpus
  • Merrillianus Hydnocarpus


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Description

Hydnocarpus merrillianus (also called Merrill's Hydnocarpus, among many other common names) is a tree with yellow-green flowers. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hydnocarpus merrillianus is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in bouquets and floral arrangements. The leaves and flowers are edible and can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hydnocarpus merrillianus has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydnocarpus merrillianus is a tropical evergreen tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Hydnocarpus merrillianus

Hydnocarpus merrillianus can be found in the mountains of Central and Southern Europe, including the Alps, the Pyrenees, the Carpathians, the Balkans, and the Apennines.

Hydnocarpus merrillianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydnocarpus merrillianus?

Hydnocarpus merrillianus

What is the common name of Hydnocarpus merrillianus?

Merrill's hydnocarpus

What are the uses of Hydnocarpus merrillianus?

The plant is used for medicinal purposes.

Species in the Hydnocarpus genus

Hydnocarpus alcalae, Hydnocarpus alpina, Hydnocarpus anomalus, Hydnocarpus beccarianus, Hydnocarpus borneensis, Hydnocarpus calophyllus, Hydnocarpus calvipetalus, Hydnocarpus castanea, Hydnocarpus cauliflora, Hydnocarpus corymbosa, Hydnocarpus crassifolius, Hydnocarpus cucurbitina, Hydnocarpus curtisii, Hydnocarpus dawnensis, Hydnocarpus elmeri, Hydnocarpus filipes, Hydnocarpus glaucescens, Hydnocarpus gracilis, Hydnocarpus humei, Hydnocarpus ilicifolia, Hydnocarpus kunstleri, Hydnocarpus macrocarpa, Hydnocarpus nana, Hydnocarpus octandra, Hydnocarpus pinguis, Hydnocarpus polypetalus, Hydnocarpus saigonensis, Hydnocarpus scortechinii, Hydnocarpus subfalcata, Hydnocarpus sumatranus, Hydnocarpus tenuipetalus, Hydnocarpus venenata, Hydnocarpus verrucosus, Hydnocarpus woodii, Hydnocarpus wrayi, Hydnocarpus yatesii, Hydnocarpus kurzii, Hydnocarpus annamensis, Hydnocarpus hainanensis, Hydnocarpus pentandrus, Hydnocarpus annamica, Hydnocarpus alpinus, Hydnocarpus castaneus, Hydnocarpus corymbosus, Hydnocarpus cucurbitinus, Hydnocarpus heterophyllus, Hydnocarpus ilicifolius, Hydnocarpus macrocarpus, Hydnocarpus nanus, Hydnocarpus octandrus,

Species in the Achariaceae family

Acharia tragodes, Ahernia glandulosa, Baileyoxylon lanceolatum, Buchnerodendron lasiocalyx, Buchnerodendron speciosum, Caloncoba brevipes, Caloncoba crepiniana, Caloncoba echinata, Caloncoba flagelliflora, Caloncoba gilgiana, Caloncoba glauca, Caloncoba lophocarpa, Caloncoba subtomentosa, Caloncoba suffruticosa, Caloncoba welwitschii, Camptostylus kivuensis, Camptostylus mannii, Camptostylus ovalis, Carpotroche amazonica, Carpotroche brasiliensis, Carpotroche criapidentata, Carpotroche froesiana, Carpotroche grandiflora, Carpotroche integrifolia, Carpotroche longifolia, Carpotroche pacifica, Carpotroche platyptera, Carpotroche ramosii, Carpotroche surinamensis, Carpotroche grandiflora, Carpotroche crispidentata, Carpotroche caceresiae, Ceratiosicyos laevis, Chiangiodendron mexicanum, Chlorocarpa pentaschista, Dasylepis blackii, Dasylepis eggelingii, Dasylepis integra, Dasylepis racemosa, Dasylepis seretii, Dasylepis thomasii, Eleutherandra pes-cervi, Erythrospermum acuminatissimum, Erythrospermum ampullaceum, Erythrospermum boivinianum, Erythrospermum candidum, Erythrospermum capitatum, Erythrospermum coffeaefolium, Erythrospermum corymbosum, Erythrospermum crassipes,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:365628-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.