Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
836349

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) S.E.C.Sierra, Kulju & Welzen

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Blumea 52: 363 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835684



Common Names

  • Hancea acuminata
  • Acuminata Hancea
  • Acuminata Starflower


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Description

Hancea acuminata (also called Acuminate Hancea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family native to Madagascar. It is a small tree with white flowers and elliptic leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hancea acuminata is a species of plant native to Madagascar. It is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hancea acuminata has small white flowers that are clustered in umbels. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hancea acuminata is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seed should be sown on a well-drained medium and kept moist in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Hancea acuminata

Hancea acuminata can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Hancea acuminata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Hancea acuminata?

Hancea acuminata is native to the tropical rainforests of Madagascar.

What is the growth habit of Hancea acuminata?

Hancea acuminata is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers.

What is the size of Hancea acuminata?

Hancea acuminata can reach up to 10 feet in height.

Species in the Hancea genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372943: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
P.C.van Welzen (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welzen' in the authors string.
Kristo K.M. Kulju: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kulju' in the authors string.
S.E.C. Sierra: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.E.C.Sierra' in the authors string.