Status:
valid
Authors:
Todzia
Source:
cmp
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 84 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716662
Common Names
- Hedyosmum Intermedium
- Intermediate Hedyosmum
- Intermediate False Rosemary
Description
Hedyosmum intermedium (also called Intermediate False Foxglove, among many other common names) is a shrub with white flowers native to Central America. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and other habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hedyosmum intermedium is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, fever, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hedyosmum intermedium has five white petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hedyosmum intermedium can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Hedyosmum intermedium
Hedyosmum intermedium is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Hedyosmum intermedium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedyosmum intermedium?
Hedyosmum intermedium
What is the common name of Hedyosmum intermedium?
Hedyosmum intermedium
What is the family of Hedyosmum intermedium?
Chloranthaceae
Species in the Hedyosmum genus
Hedyosmum arborescens,
Hedyosmum bonplandianum,
Hedyosmum brasiliense,
Hedyosmum brenesii,
Hedyosmum costaricense,
Hedyosmum crenatum,
Hedyosmum gentryi,
Hedyosmum goudotianum,
Hedyosmum intermedium,
Hedyosmum mexicanum,
Hedyosmum neblinae,
Hedyosmum parvifolium,
Hedyosmum pseudoandromeda,
Hedyosmum racemosum,
Hedyosmum scaberrimum,
Hedyosmum tepuiense,
Hedyosmum translucidum,
Hedyosmum colombianum,
Hedyosmum dombeyanum,
Hedyosmum domingense,
Hedyosmum maximum,
Hedyosmum parvifolium,
Hedyosmum scabrum,
Hedyosmum huascari,
Hedyosmum lechleri,
Hedyosmum burgerianum,
Hedyosmum correanum,
Hedyosmum orientale,
Hedyosmum grisebachii,
Hedyosmum subintegrum,
Hedyosmum nutans,
Hedyosmum sprucei,
Hedyosmum anisodorum,
Hedyosmum spectabile,
Hedyosmum angustifolium,
Hedyosmum cumbalense,
Hedyosmum cuatrecazanum,
Hedyosmum luteynii,
Hedyosmum peruvianum,
Hedyosmum steinii,
Hedyosmum strigosum,
Hedyosmum pungens,
Hedyosmum purpurascens,
Hedyosmum uniflorum,
Hedyosmum narinoense,
Species in the Chloranthaceae family
Ascarina coursii,
Ascarina diffusa,
Ascarina lucida,
Ascarina maheshwarii,
Ascarina marquesensis,
Ascarina philippinensis,
Ascarina polystachya,
Ascarina rubricaulis,
Ascarina solmsiana,
Ascarina subfalcata,
Ascarina subsessilis,
Ascarina swamyana,
Chloranthus angustifolius,
Chloranthus anhuiensis,
Chloranthus elatior,
Chloranthus fortunei,
Chloranthus henryi,
Chloranthus holostegius,
Chloranthus multistachys,
Chloranthus nervosus,
Chloranthus oldhamii,
Chloranthus quadrifolius,
Chloranthus serratus,
Chloranthus sessilifolius,
Chloranthus spicatus,
Chloranthus tianmushanensis,
Hedyosmum arborescens,
Hedyosmum bonplandianum,
Hedyosmum brasiliense,
Hedyosmum brenesii,
Hedyosmum costaricense,
Hedyosmum crenatum,
Hedyosmum gentryi,
Hedyosmum goudotianum,
Hedyosmum intermedium,
Hedyosmum mexicanum,
Hedyosmum neblinae,
Hedyosmum parvifolium,
Hedyosmum pseudoandromeda,
Hedyosmum racemosum,
Hedyosmum scaberrimum,
Hedyosmum tepuiense,
Hedyosmum translucidum,
Hedyosmum colombianum,
Hedyosmum dombeyanum,
Hedyosmum domingense,
Hedyosmum maximum,
Hedyosmum parvifolium,
Hedyosmum scabrum,
Hedyosmum huascari,
References
Carol A. Todzia: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Todzia' in the authors string.