Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
kuhlmannii
ID:
834174

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pilg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 8: 538. 1923

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833509



Common Names

  • Hirtella kuhlmannii
  • Kuhlmann's Hirtella
  • Kuhlmannii Hirtella


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Description

Hirtella kuhlmannii (also called Kuhlmann's 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 kuhlmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hirtella kuhlmannii is white, with five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hirtella kuhlmannii is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early autumn and pot them up in a free-draining compost. Place the pot in a warm, bright spot and keep the compost moist. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Hirtella kuhlmannii

Hirtella kuhlmannii is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Hirtella kuhlmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hirtella kuhlmannii?

Hirtella kuhlmannii

What is the common name of Hirtella kuhlmannii?

Kuhlmann's hirtella

Where is Hirtella kuhlmannii found?

Hirtella kuhlmannii is found in Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Argentina.

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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