Status:
valid
Authors:
Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 1: 269 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723573
Common Names
- Hippocratea Myriantha
- Many-Flowered Hippocratea
- Many-Flowered Wood-Vine
Description
Hippocratea myriantha (also called Myriantha Hippocratea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a single stem with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open forests and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hippocratea myriantha is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hippocratea myriantha has small, white flowers that are clustered in groups of three. The flowers are followed by small, round, yellowish-brown fruits that contain several seeds. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a yellowish-green hue.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hippocratea myriantha can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several parts and replanted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Hippocratea myriantha
Hippocratea myriantha is native to India. It can be found in tropical forests and is often found in disturbed areas.
Hippocratea myriantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hippocratea myriantha?
Hippocratea myriantha
What is the common name of Hippocratea myriantha?
Many-Flowered Hippocratea
What is the natural habitat of Hippocratea myriantha?
Hippocratea myriantha is native to tropical Africa
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