Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
burchellii
ID:
834099

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 17: 10 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833434



Common Names

  • Hirtella Burchellii
  • Burchell's Hirtella
  • Burchell's Bastard Cedar


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Description

Hirtella burchellii (also called Burchellii Hirtella, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in moist forests and along rivers. Its leaves are ovate and its flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Hirtella burchellii is an ornamental shrub, used in landscaping and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hirtella burchellii has small, yellow, cup-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hirtella burchellii is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Hirtella burchellii

Hirtella burchellii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Hirtella burchellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hirtella burchellii?

Hirtella burchellii

What is the common name of Hirtella burchellii?

Burchell's Hirtella

Where does Hirtella burchellii originate from?

Brazil

Species in the Hirtella genus

Hirtella adderleyi, Hirtella adenophora, Hirtella aequatoriensis, Hirtella americana, Hirtella angustifolia, Hirtella angustissima, Hirtella araguariensis, Hirtella aramangensis, Hirtella arenosa, Hirtella bahiensis, Hirtella barnebyi, Hirtella barrosoi, Hirtella beckii, Hirtella bicornis, Hirtella brachystachys, Hirtella bullata, Hirtella burchellii, Hirtella caduca, Hirtella carbonaria, Hirtella castillana, Hirtella ciliata, Hirtella conduplicata, Hirtella confertiflora, Hirtella cordifolia, Hirtella corymbosa, Hirtella couepiiflora, Hirtella cowanii, Hirtella davisii, Hirtella deflexa, Hirtella dorvalii, Hirtella duckei, Hirtella elongata, Hirtella enneandra, Hirtella eriandra, Hirtella excelsa, Hirtella fasciculata, Hirtella floribunda, Hirtella glabrata, Hirtella glandulistipula, Hirtella glandulosa, Hirtella glaziovii, Hirtella gracilipes, Hirtella guainiae, Hirtella guatemalensis, Hirtella guyanensis, Hirtella hebeclada, Hirtella hispidula, Hirtella hoehnei, Hirtella insignis, Hirtella juruenensis,

Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family

Acioa edulis, Acioa guianensis, Acioa schultesii, Acioa somnolens, Acioa longipendula, Acioa dolichopoda, Afrolicania elaeosperma, Angelesia splendens, Angelesia fusicarpa, Angelesia palawanensis, Atuna cordata, Atuna elliptica, Atuna excelsa, Atuna indica, Atuna latifrons, Atuna nannodes, Atuna penangiana, Atuna travancorica, Bafodeya benna, Chrysobalanus cuspidatus, Chrysobalanus icaco, Chrysobalanus prancei, Couepia belemii, Couepia bernardii, Couepia bondarii, Couepia bracteosa, Couepia canomensis, Couepia carautae, Couepia caryophylloides, Couepia cataractae, Couepia chrysocalyx, Couepia cidiana, Couepia coarctata, Couepia comosa, Couepia eriantha, Couepia excelsa, Couepia exflexa, Couepia froesii, Couepia glabra, Couepia grandiflora, Couepia guianensis, Couepia habrantha, Couepia hondurasensis, Couepia impressa, Couepia insignis, Couepia joaquinae, Couepia krukovii, Couepia latifolia, Couepia leitaofilhoi, Couepia longipetiolata,

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