Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
sarmentosum
ID:
719571

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Craven

Source:
ksu

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Blumea 50: 380 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000718904



Common Names

  • Heliotropium sarmentosum
  • Sarmentose Heliotrope
  • Sarmentose Sunrope


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Synonyms

  • Tournefortia glabrifolia Domin [unknown]
  • Tournefortia frangulifolia Zipp. ex Span. [unknown]
  • Tournefortia orientalis R.Br. [unknown]
  • Tournefortia horsfieldii Miq. [unknown]
  • Tournefortia acclinis F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Tournefortia urvilleana Cham. [unknown]
  • Bourreria setosa G.Don [unknown]
  • Tournefortia sarmentosa Lam. [unknown]
  • Tournefortia sarmentosa magnifolia Domin [unknown]

Description

Heliotropium sarmentosum (also called Trailing Heliotrope, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It grows in open, sunny areas, often in disturbed sites, and can reach a height of up to 30 cm. Its leaves are oval-shaped and its flowers are white or purple.

Uses & Benefits

Heliotropium sarmentosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. The plant has a pleasant aroma and is used in perfumes and potpourri.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heliotropium sarmentosum is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliotropium sarmentosum is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment until it is well-rooted.

Where to Find Heliotropium sarmentosum

Heliotropium sarmentosum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in forests.

Heliotropium sarmentosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliotropium sarmentosum?

Heliotropium sarmentosum

What is the common name of Heliotropium sarmentosum?

Sarmentose heliotrope

What is the natural habitat of Heliotropium sarmentosum?

Dry slopes and rocky areas

Species in the Heliotropium genus

Heliotropium ziegleri, Heliotropium abbreviatum, Heliotropium acutiflorum, Heliotropium aegyptiacum, Heliotropium aenigmatum, Heliotropium aequoreum, Heliotropium agdense, Heliotropium albovillosum, Heliotropium albrechtii, Heliotropium alcyonium, Heliotropium ammophilum, Heliotropium amnis-edith, Heliotropium amplexicaule, Heliotropium anchusanthum, Heliotropium angiospermum, Heliotropium anomalum, Heliotropium antiatlanticum, Heliotropium apertum, Heliotropium arbainense, Heliotropium arborescens, Heliotropium arenicola, Heliotropium arenitense, Heliotropium arguzioides, Heliotropium argyreum, Heliotropium azzanum, Heliotropium bacciferum, Heliotropium balfourii, Heliotropium benadirense, Heliotropium biannulatiforme, Heliotropium biblianum, Heliotropium bogdanii, Heliotropium borasdjunense, Heliotropium bovei, Heliotropium brachygyne, Heliotropium brachythrix, Heliotropium bracteatum, Heliotropium brevilimbe, Heliotropium bucharicum, Heliotropium bullockii, Heliotropium buruense, Heliotropium calvariavis, Heliotropium chalcedonium, Heliotropium chaudharyanum, Heliotropium chenopodiaceum, Heliotropium chorassanicum, Heliotropium chrysocarpum, Heliotropium circinatum, Heliotropium collinum, Heliotropium confertiflorum, Heliotropium congestum,

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Lyndley Alan Craven (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craven' in the authors string.