Status:
valid
Authors:
L.P.Queiroz
Source:
tro
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.53: 985 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286106
Common Names
- Harpalyce lanata
- Woolly Harpalyce
- Woolly Harp
Description
Harpalyce lanata (also called Harpalyce lanata, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry forests and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Harpalyce lanata is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Harpalyce lanata has yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Harpalyce lanata is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer.
Where to Find Harpalyce lanata
Harpalyce lanata is native to Central and South America. It is found in moist forests, wet grasslands, and along streams and rivers. It is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Harpalyce lanata FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Harpalyce lanata?
Harpalyce lanata is native to Brazil.
What is the size of Harpalyce lanata?
Harpalyce lanata is a small, shrubby plant that grows to a height of 1-2 feet.
What is the water requirement of Harpalyce lanata?
Harpalyce lanata requires regular watering during the growing season.
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