Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
heveoides
ID:
220796

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 3: 198 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220125



Common Names

  • Joannesia Heveoides
  • Heveoid Joannesia
  • Heveoid Star-of-Bethlehem


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Description

Joannesia heveoides (also called Joannesia heveoides, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests and open woodlands. It has simple, alternate leaves that are oblong to elliptic in shape and are 6-15 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Joannesia heveoides is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Joannesia heveoides has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Joannesia heveoides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Joannesia heveoides

Joannesia heveoides is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is often found in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Joannesia heveoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Joannesia heveoides?

Joannesia heveoides

What is the family of Joannesia heveoides?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Joannesia heveoides?

Hevea-like Joannesia

Species in the Joannesia 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-105079: Based on the initial data import
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.