Hirtella santosii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
santosii
ID:
834253
Status:
valid
Authors:
Prance
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Bot. 2: 34 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833588
Common Names
- Hirtella santosii
- Santosii Hirtella
- Hirtella Santosii
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Hirtella santosii (also called Santos' Cherry, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Chrysobalanaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It is a small tree or shrub, growing to 5 m (16 ft) tall, with a trunk up to 10 cm (4 in) diameter. It is found in humid forests, often near rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Hirtella santosii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hirtella santosii has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hirtella santosii is a small tree or shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during dry spells. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to maintain the desired shape and size.
Where to Find Hirtella santosii
Hirtella santosii is found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.
Hirtella santosii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hirtella santosii?
Hirtella santosii
What is the common name of Hirtella santosii?
Santosii
Where is Hirtella santosii found?
Central and South America
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-370772: Based on the initial data import
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.