Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
heteroclita
ID:
724818

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f. & Thomson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. London 2: 257 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724151



Common Names

  • Hodgsonia heteroclita
  • Heteroclita Hodgsonia
  • Heteroclita


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Description

Hodgsonia heteroclita (also called 'Hodgsonia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to the islands of Southeast Asia and is found in coastal and lowland forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate both full sun and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Hodgsonia heteroclita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hodgsonia heteroclita is a yellow-greenish color, with a labellum that is yellow-green and has a yellow tip. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hodgsonia heteroclita is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in gardens and borders and is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures.

Where to Find Hodgsonia heteroclita

Hodgsonia heteroclita can be found in the Himalayas and western China.

Hodgsonia heteroclita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hodgsonia heteroclita?

Hodgsonia heteroclita

What is the common name of Hodgsonia heteroclita?

Hodgsonia

What is the natural habitat of Hodgsonia heteroclita?

Hodgsonia heteroclita is found in tropical forests in India and Sri Lanka.

Species in the Hodgsonia genus

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2852181: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Thomas Thomson (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thomson' in the authors string.