Status:
valid
Authors:
(Willd.) S.E.C.Sierra, Kulju & Welzen
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Blumea 52: 363 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835683
Common Names
- Hancea integrifolia
- Integrifolia Hancea
- Integrifolia Starflower
Description
Hancea integrifolia (also called Integrifolia 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 integrifolia 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 integrifolia 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hancea integrifolia 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 integrifolia
Hancea integrifolia is native to Madagascar, where it is found growing in open woodlands.
Hancea integrifolia FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Hancea integrifolia?
Hancea integrifolia is native to the tropical rainforests of Madagascar.
What is the growth habit of Hancea integrifolia?
Hancea integrifolia is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers.
What is the size of Hancea integrifolia?
Hancea integrifolia 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
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.