Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crispiflorus
ID:
722442

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Hist. Phys. Cuba, Pl. Vasc. : 43 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721775



Common Names

  • Crisp-flowered Hexalobus
  • Hexalobus crispiflorus
  • Crisp-flowered Starfish Flower


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Description

Hexalobus crispiflorus (also called Crisp-flowered Hexalobus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a rounded crown. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It grows up to 8 m tall and has obovate leaves that are 6-15 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Hexalobus crispiflorus is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make dyes and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hexalobus crispiflorus has small, yellowish-white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hexalobus crispiflorus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Hexalobus crispiflorus

Hexalobus crispiflorus is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Hexalobus crispiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hexalobus crispiflorus?

Hexalobus crispiflorus

What is the common name of Hexalobus crispiflorus?

Crisp-flowered Hexalobus

What is the natural habitat of Hexalobus crispiflorus?

It is native to South America

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:73705-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.