Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
sericea
ID:
157211

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch. & E.A.Bruce

Source:
ipni

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1941: 164 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000156540



Common Names

  • Silky Hildebrandtia
  • Silky Hildebrandt Grass
  • Silky Hildebrandtia Grass


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Description

Hildebrandtia sericea (also called Silky Hildebrandtia, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb with a prostrate habit. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has a creeping habit and produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hildebrandtia sericea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hildebrandtia sericea is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hildebrandtia sericea is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a moist soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Hildebrandtia sericea

Hildebrandtia sericea is native to South America and can be found in the rainforests of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Hildebrandtia sericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hildebrandtia sericea?

Hildebrandtia sericea

What is the common name of Hildebrandtia sericea?

Silky Hildebrandtia

What type of plant is Hildebrandtia sericea?

Hildebrandtia sericea is a shrub.

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,

References

John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Eileen Adelaide Bruce (1905-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.A.Bruce' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:268322-1: Based on the initial data import