Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
proterantha
ID:
510175

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.J.de Villiers

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Novon 18: 29 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509507



Common Names

  • Hermas Proterantha
  • Proterantha Hermas
  • Proterantha Hermas Plant


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Description

Hermas proterantha (also called 'Coral Plant', 'Coral Vine' and 'Coral Creeper', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has a woody stem and produces coral-like flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hermas proterantha is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Hermas proterantha is white or cream-colored, tubular in shape with 5 petals. The seed is an ovoid-shaped nut with a woody shell. Seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hermas proterantha can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Hermas proterantha

Hermas proterantha is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.

Hermas proterantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hermas proterantha?

Hermas proterantha

What is the common name of Hermas proterantha?

Proteranthous hermas

What is the natural habitat of Hermas proterantha?

Rocky slopes and cliffs

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References