Hydnocarpus pendulus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pendulus
ID:
1323110
Status:
valid
Authors:
Manilal, T.Sabu & Sivar.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Trop. Pl. Sci. Res. 1: 355 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335564
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hydnocarpus pendulus (also called Pendulous Hydnocarpus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India. It has a single stem and produces yellow or white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hydnocarpus pendulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control, as a ground cover, and as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hydnocarpus pendulus has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hydnocarpus pendulus is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a shrub with small, glossy leaves and white flowers. The plant can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Hydnocarpus pendulus
Hydnocarpus pendulus can be found in India.
Hydnocarpus pendulus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydnocarpus pendulus?
Hydnocarpus pendulus
What is the family of Hydnocarpus pendulus?
Flacourtiaceae
What is the common name of Hydnocarpus pendulus?
Pendulous Hydnocarpus
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
K. S. Manilal (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Manilal' in the authors string.
V. V. Sivarajan (1944-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sivar.' in the authors string.
T. Sabu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Sabu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77127637-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.