Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
ciliata
ID:
834110

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. & Zucc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Abh. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. 1: 378 (1829-1830 publ. 1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833445



Common Names

  • Hirtella Ciliata
  • Ciliate Hirtella
  • Ciliate Bastard Cedar


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Description

Hirtella ciliata (also called Ciliata Hirtella, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Colombia and Ecuador. It has small, white flowers and is found in wet montane forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Hirtella ciliata 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 ciliata has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The flowers are borne in small clusters and have a sweet scent. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have short, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hirtella ciliata is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 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 ciliata

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

Hirtella ciliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hirtella ciliata?

Hirtella ciliata

What is the common name of Hirtella ciliata?

Ciliate Hirtella

Where does Hirtella ciliata 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-370642: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.