Status:
valid
Authors:
Al-Shehbaz, Kats.Arai & H.Ohba
Source:
tro
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 8 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247699
Common Names
- Hemilophia sessilifolia
- Sessilifolia Hemilophia
- Hemilophia Sessilifolia
Description
Hemilophia sessilifolia (also called Sessile-leaved Hemilophia, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant with linear leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hemilophia sessilifolia is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hemilophia sessilifolia is a small, yellow, and has five petals. The seed is a small, round, yellow-brown, and has a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, round, and yellow-green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hemilophia sessilifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Hemilophia sessilifolia
Hemilophia sessilifolia is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Hemilophia sessilifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemilophia sessilifolia?
Hemilophia sessilifolia
What is the common name of Hemilophia sessilifolia?
Sessile-leaved Hemilophia
What type of environment does Hemilophia sessilifolia prefer?
Hemilophia sessilifolia prefers warm, humid climates.
Species in the Hemilophia genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,
References
Katsutoshi Arai: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kats.Arai' in the authors string.