Hedyosmum pseudoandromeda - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Chloranthales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudoandromeda
ID:
717337
Status:
valid
Authors:
Solms
Source:
cmp
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16(1): 481 (1869)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716670
Common Names
- Hedyosmum Pseudoandromeda
- Pseudoandromeda Hedyosmum
- Pseudoandromeda False Rosemary
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Hedyosmum pseudoandromeda (also called False Andromeda, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Oleaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in moist forests, wet meadows, and along streambanks.
Uses & Benefits
Hedyosmum pseudoandromeda 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 pseudoandromeda 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.
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Hedyosmum pseudoandromeda 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 pseudoandromeda
Hedyosmum pseudoandromeda is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Hedyosmum pseudoandromeda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedyosmum pseudoandromeda?
Hedyosmum pseudoandromeda
What is the common name of Hedyosmum pseudoandromeda?
False Andromeda Hedyosmum
What is the natural habitat of Hedyosmum pseudoandromeda?
Hedyosmum pseudoandromeda is found in the cloud forests of the Andes in Venezuela
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2840920: Based on the initial data import
Hermann zu Solms-Laubach (1842-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Solms' in the authors string.