Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
cirromitrata
ID:
749228

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.J.de Wilde & Duyfjes) H.Schaef. & S.S.Renner

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 134 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748561



Common Names

  • Hemsleya Cirromitrata
  • Cirromitrate Hemsleya
  • Cirromitrate Canscora


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Description

Hemsleya cirromitrata (also called Hemsleya cirromitrata, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herb with a creeping habit and small, ovate leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hemsleya cirromitrata is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemsleya cirromitrata has small, bell-shaped, five-petalled flowers that are usually white or pink in colour. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemsleya cirromitrata is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to New Caledonia and is found in dry, open areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Hemsleya cirromitrata

Hemsleya cirromitrata is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Hemsleya cirromitrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemsleya cirromitrata?

Hemsleya cirromitrata

What is the common name of Hemsleya cirromitrata?

Cirromitrata Hemsleya

What is the natural habitat of Hemsleya cirromitrata?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

References

Susanne Renner (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.S.Renner' in the authors string.
Hanno Schaefer (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Schaef.' in the authors string.
Willem Jan Jacobus Oswald de Wilde (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.de Wilde' in the authors string.
Brigitta Emma Elisabeth Duyfjes (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duyfjes' in the authors string.