Status:
valid
Authors:
Rendle
Source:
tro
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 4(2): 70 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298695
Common Names
- Hildebrandtia
- Hildebrandtia Sepalosa
- Hildebrandtia Repens
Description
Hildebrandtia sepalosa (also called sepalose hildebrandtia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is a perennial herb with small, oval leaves, white flowers, and a native range from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in grasslands, disturbed areas, and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hildebrandtia sepalosa is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hildebrandtia sepalosa has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hildebrandtia sepalosa is a fast-growing, herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, Hildebrandtia sepalosa requires little maintenance and can be grown in full sun to partial shade.
Where to Find Hildebrandtia sepalosa
Hildebrandtia sepalosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Hildebrandtia sepalosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hildebrandtia sepalosa?
Hildebrandtia sepalosa
What is the common name of Hildebrandtia sepalosa?
Sepalous hildebrandtia
Where is Hildebrandtia sepalosa native to?
India
Species in the Hildebrandtia genus
Hildebrandtia sericea,
Hildebrandtia diredawaensis,
Hildebrandtia aloysii,
Hildebrandtia promontorii,
Hildebrandtia valo,
Hildebrandtia austinii,
Hildebrandtia linearifolia,
Hildebrandtia africana,
Hildebrandtia sepalosa,
Hildebrandtia obcordata,
Hildebrandtia somalensis,
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii,
Aniseia martinicensis,
Aniseia argentina,
Aniseia luxurians,
Argyreia adpressa,
Argyreia apoensis,
Argyreia arakuensis,
Argyreia atropurpurea,
Argyreia barbata,
Argyreia barbigera,
Argyreia barnesii,
Argyreia bifrons,
Argyreia boholensis,
Argyreia boseana,
Argyreia bracteosa,
Argyreia breviscapa,
Argyreia caudata,
Argyreia celebica,
Argyreia cinerea,
Argyreia coacta,
Argyreia confusa,
Argyreia congesta,
Argyreia coonoorensis,
Argyreia corneri,
Argyreia crispa,
Argyreia cucullata,
Argyreia cymosa,
Argyreia daltonii,
Argyreia discolor,
Argyreia elliptica,
Argyreia erinacea,
Argyreia fulgens,
Argyreia glabra,
Argyreia hancorniifolia,
Argyreia hirsutissima,
Argyreia hookeri,
Argyreia involucrata,
Argyreia kerrii,
Argyreia kleiniana,
Argyreia kunstleri,
Argyreia kurzii,
Argyreia lamii,
Argyreia lanceolata,
Argyreia laotica,
Argyreia lawii,
Argyreia leschenaultii,
Argyreia linggaensis,
Argyreia longifolia,
Argyreia luzonensis,
Argyreia maingayi,