Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
deflexa
ID:
834130

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 255 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833465



Common Names

  • Hirtella Deflexa
  • Deflexed Hirtella
  • Deflexed Bastard Cedar


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Description

Hirtella deflexa (also called Deflexed hirtella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Chrysobalanaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 15 m tall, with a trunk up to 30 cm in diameter. It is native to Central and South America, from Nicaragua south to Bolivia and Brazil, and is found in wet lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hirtella deflexa is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It can also be used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hirtella deflexa has yellow, bell-shaped flowers with a long, thin seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are upright with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hirtella deflexa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Hirtella deflexa

Hirtella deflexa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Hirtella deflexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hirtella deflexa?

Hirtella deflexa

What is the family of Hirtella deflexa?

Chrysobalanaceae

What is the common name of Hirtella deflexa?

Deflexed Hirtella

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-370660: Based on the initial data import
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.