Heteromorpha papillosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papillosa
ID:
721999
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.C.Towns.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 40: 846 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721332
Common Names
- Heteromorpha papillosa
- Papillose Heteromorpha
- Papillose False Foxglove
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heteromorpha papillosa (also called Heteromorpha trifoliata, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in coastal areas, mangroves, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Heteromorpha papillosa is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits, and as a traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Heteromorpha papillosa is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heteromorpha papillosa can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and should be fertilized every few weeks. Once the plants are established, they should be pruned to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Heteromorpha papillosa
Heteromorpha papillosa is native to Central and South America, and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.
Heteromorpha papillosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heteromorpha papillosa?
Heteromorpha papillosa
What is the common name of Heteromorpha papillosa?
Papillose Heteromorpha
What is the family of Heteromorpha papillosa?
Asteraceae
Species in the Heteromorpha genus
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2848022: Based on the initial data import
Clifford Charles Townsend (1926-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Towns.' in the authors string.