Harpalyce minor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(1): 52 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170590
Common Names
- Harpalyce Minor
- Hairy Harpalyce
- Glandular Harpalyce
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Harpalyce minor (also called Harpalyce minor, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a spreading crown. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas and is found in moist, lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Harpalyce minor is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Harpalyce minor has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Harpalyce minor is a shrub native to South America. It is propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. The cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sunny location.
Where to Find Harpalyce minor
Harpalyce minor is native to the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas. It is found in open woods, fields, and roadsides.
Harpalyce minor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Harpalyce minor?
Harpalyce minor
What type of plant is Harpalyce minor?
Shrub
What is the natural habitat of Harpalyce minor?
Dry forests and scrublands
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Harpalyce minor Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.