Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
octandrus
ID:
1315129

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thwaites

Source:
ipni

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 7: 197 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001327583



Common Names

  • Octandrous Hydnocarpus
  • Hydnocarpus
  • Hydnocarpus octandrus


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Description

Hydnocarpus octandrus (also called Eight-Stamened Hydnocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the borage family. It is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America, and it grows in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands. It has white flowers and its leaves are oval-shaped and have toothed edges.

Uses & Benefits

Hydnocarpus octandrus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used to attract beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hydnocarpus octandrus is a small, yellow-green, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydnocarpus octandrus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers a warm, humid climate and partial shade.

Where to Find Hydnocarpus octandrus

Hydnocarpus octandrus is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Hydnocarpus octandrus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydnocarpus octandrus?

Hydnocarpus octandrus

What is the common name of Hydnocarpus octandrus?

Eight-Stamened Hydnocarpus

What are the uses of Hydnocarpus octandrus?

Hydnocarpus octandrus is used in traditional medicine, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food and fodder.

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

George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:111760-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.