Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
hymenaea
ID:
779689

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) A.H.Gentry

Source:
iplants

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 66: 782 (1979 publ. 1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779022



Common Names

  • Hymenaea Mansoa
  • Hymenaea Snail Vine
  • Hymenaea Trumpet Vine


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Description

Mansoa hymenaea (also called Hymenaea Beautyberry, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has large, ovate leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Mansoa hymenaea is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mansoa hymenaea is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mussatia hyacinthina is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, but is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done through seed, but can also be done through cuttings. Seeds should be planted in spring or early summer, and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Mansoa hymenaea

Mansoa hymenaea can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Mansoa hymenaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mansoa hymenaea?

Mansoa hymenaea

What is the common name of Mansoa hymenaea?

Hymenaea Mansoa

What is the natural habitat of Mansoa hymenaea?

It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Gentry' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:152677-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].