Hippocratea stuhlmanniana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stuhlmanniana
ID:
724295
Status:
valid
Authors:
Loes.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(5): 228 (1893)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723628
Common Names
- Stuhlmanniana Hippocratea
- Hippocratea Vine
- Hippocratea Climber
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hippocratea stuhlmanniana (also called Stuhlmann's Hippocratea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in montane and lowland rainforest. It grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hippocratea stuhlmanniana is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hippocratea stuhlmanniana 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hippocratea stuhlmanniana 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 stuhlmanniana
Hippocratea stuhlmanniana is native to India. It can be found in tropical forests and is often found in disturbed areas.
Hippocratea stuhlmanniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hippocratea stuhlmanniana?
Hippocratea stuhlmanniana
What is the common name of Hippocratea stuhlmanniana?
Hippocratea stuhlmanniana
What is the natural habitat of Hippocratea stuhlmanniana?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Hippocratea genus
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,
References
Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:161633-1: Based on the initial data import