Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
subcompositus
ID:
809569

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lye & D.A.Simpson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 24: 265 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808903



Common Names

  • Subcompositus Hypolytrum
  • Hypolytrum Subcompositus
  • Hypolytrum subcompositus


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Description

Hypolytrum subcompositus (also called Subcompound Water-plantain, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypolytrum subcompositus is a popular houseplant and is known for its air-purifying properties. It can also be used to decorate homes and offices, and can be used as a natural humidifier.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hypolytrum subcompositus are small, yellow, and have six petals. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypolytrum subcompositus can be propagated by seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Hypolytrum subcompositus

Hypolytrum subcompositus can be found in the Mexican states of Oaxaca and Veracruz.

Hypolytrum subcompositus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypolytrum subcompositus?

Hypolytrum subcompositus

What type of plant is Hypolytrum subcompositus?

Herb

Where is Hypolytrum subcompositus native to?

Mexico

Species in the Hypolytrum genus

Hypolytrum africanum, Hypolytrum amorimii, Hypolytrum amplum, Hypolytrum angolense, Hypolytrum bahiense, Hypolytrum balakrishnanii, Hypolytrum bullatum, Hypolytrum cacuminum, Hypolytrum capitulatum, Hypolytrum chevalieri, Hypolytrum compactum, Hypolytrum dissitiflorum, Hypolytrum elegans, Hypolytrum espiritosantense, Hypolytrum flavinux, Hypolytrum glaziovii, Hypolytrum glomerulatum, Hypolytrum hainanense, Hypolytrum heteromorphum, Hypolytrum heterophyllum, Hypolytrum humile, Hypolytrum jardimii, Hypolytrum jenmanii, Hypolytrum lancifolium, Hypolytrum laxum, Hypolytrum leptocalamum, Hypolytrum longifolium, Hypolytrum longirostre, Hypolytrum lucennoi, Hypolytrum mauritianum, Hypolytrum nemorum, Hypolytrum nudicaule, Hypolytrum nudum, Hypolytrum ohwianum, Hypolytrum pallidiceps, Hypolytrum paraense, Hypolytrum paucistrobiliferum, Hypolytrum poecilolepis, Hypolytrum polystachyum, Hypolytrum pulchrum, Hypolytrum purpurascens, Hypolytrum pynaertii, Hypolytrum rigens, Hypolytrum scaberrimum, Hypolytrum schnellianum, Hypolytrum schraderianum, Hypolytrum secans, Hypolytrum senegalense, Hypolytrum sphaerostachyum, Hypolytrum spongiosum,

Species in the Cyperaceae family

Abildgaardia mexicana, Abildgaardia ovata, Abildgaardia schoenoides, Abildgaardia triflora, Abildgaardia oxystachya, Abildgaardia odontocarpa, Abildgaardia macrantha, Abildgaardia fusiformis, Abildgaardia pachyptera, Actinoschoenus repens, Actinoschoenus yunnanensis, Actinoschoenus aphyllus, Actinoscirpus grossus, Afrotrilepis jaegeri, Afrotrilepis pilosa, Amphiscirpus nevadensis, Arthrostylis aphylla, Arthrostylis planiculmis, Becquerelia clarkei, Becquerelia cymosa, Becquerelia discolor, Becquerelia merkeliana, Becquerelia muricata, Becquerelia tuberculata, Bisboeckelera irrigua, Bisboeckelera longifolia, Bisboeckelera microcephala, Bisboeckelera vinacea, Blysmus compressus, Blysmus mongolicola, Blysmus rufus, Blysmus sinocompressus, Bolboschoenoplectus mariqueter, Bolboschoenus caldwellii, Bolboschoenus capensis, Bolboschoenus fluviatilis, Bolboschoenus glaucus, Bolboschoenus grandispicus, Bolboschoenus laticarpus, Bolboschoenus maritimus, Bolboschoenus medianus, Bolboschoenus nobilis, Bolboschoenus novae-angliae, Bolboschoenus planiculmis, Bolboschoenus robustus, Bolboschoenus schmidii, Bolboschoenus stagnicola, Bolboschoenus yagara, Bolboschoenus koshevnikovii, Bolboschoenus biconcavus,

References

Kåre Arnstein Lye (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lye' in the authors string.
David Alan Simpson (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.A.Simpson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77078077-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].