Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cristalensis
ID:
175678

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borhidi & O.Muñiz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Ci. Biol. Acad. Ci. Cuba1: 133 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175007



Common Names

  • Harpalyce Cristalensis
  • Cristal Harpalyce
  • Cristal's Harpalyce


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Description

Harpalyce cristalensis (also called Cristal Harpalyce, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It has a woody stem and grows up to 2 m tall. Its leaves are alternate and pinnately compound with 3-5 leaflets. It produces small, white flowers in the spring. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Harpalyce cristalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Harpalyce cristalensis has small, bright blue flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Harpalyce cristalensis is a perennial shrub that grows to a height of 1-3 feet. It is a drought-tolerant plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Harpalyce cristalensis

Harpalyce cristalensis is native to the dry forests of Colombia.

Harpalyce cristalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Harpalyce cristalensis?

Harpalyce cristalensis

What is the common name of Harpalyce cristalensis?

Cristal harpalyce

What is the family of Harpalyce cristalensis?

Fabaceae

Species in the Harpalyce genus

Harpalyce alainii, Harpalyce ekmanii, Harpalyce lepidota, Harpalyce macrocarpa, Harpalyce mexicana, Harpalyce nipensis, Harpalyce pringlei, Harpalyce rupicola, Harpalyce arborescens, Harpalyce brasiliana, Harpalyce cubensis, Harpalyce formosa, Harpalyce hilariana, Harpalyce minor, Harpalyce acunae, Harpalyce baracoensis, Harpalyce cristalensis, Harpalyce flexuosa, Harpalyce foliosa, Harpalyce toaensis, Harpalyce sousai, Harpalyce robusta, Harpalyce parvifolia, Harpalyce macrobotrya, Harpalyce alainii, Harpalyce macedoi, Harpalyce macrocarpa, Harpalyce maisiana, Harpalyce villosa, Harpalyce borhidii, Harpalyce lanata, Harpalyce magnibracteata, Harpalyce correntina, Harpalyce riparia, Harpalyce tombadorensis, Harpalyce torresii, Harpalyce yucatanense, Harpalyce suberosa, Harpalyce sousae, Harpalyce speciosa, Harpalyce greuteri,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Onaney Muñiz Gutiérrez (1937-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Muñiz' in the authors string.