Status:
valid
Authors:
León & Alain ex Borhidi & O.Muñiz
Source:
ildis
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Ci. Biol. Acad. Ci. Cuba1: 136 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175008
Common Names
- Harpalyce Flexuosa
- Flexuous Harpalyce
- Flexuous's Harpalyce
Description
Harpalyce flexuosa (also called Flexuous 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 flexuosa 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
The flowers of Harpalyce flexuosa are yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Harpalyce flexuosa 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 flexuosa
Harpalyce flexuosa is native to the dry forests of Colombia.
Harpalyce flexuosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Harpalyce flexuosa?
Harpalyce flexuosa
What is the common name of Harpalyce flexuosa?
Flexuous harpalyce
What is the family of Harpalyce flexuosa?
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