Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
schultesii
ID:
834258

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prance

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 9: 334 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833593



Common Names

  • Hirtella schultesii
  • Schultesii Hirtella
  • Hirtella Schultesii


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Description

Hirtella schultesii (also called Schultes' 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 schultesii is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hirtella schultesii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Hirtella schultesii 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 schultesii

Hirtella schultesii can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Hirtella schultesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hirtella schultesii?

Hirtella schultesii

What is the common name of Hirtella schultesii?

Schultesii

Where is Hirtella schultesii 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-370777: Based on the initial data import
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.