Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
acreana
ID:
193788

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.F.Macbr.) Barneby & J.W.Grimes

Source:
ildis

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(1): 33 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193117



Common Names

  • Hydrochorea
  • Acreana
  • Hydrochorea Acreana


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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium acreanum J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Abarema acreana (J.F.Macbr.) L.Rico [valid]

Description

Hydrochorea acreana (also called Acrean Hydrochorea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in Madagascar. It has simple, alternate leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist, lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hydrochorea acreana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hydrochorea acreana is a small, yellow, globular flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and yellow flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydrochorea acreana is a small shrub native to tropical Asia. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Hydrochorea acreana

Hydrochorea acreana is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia. It can be found in moist, lowland forests.

Hydrochorea acreana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydrochorea acreana?

Hydrochorea acreana

What is the common name of Hydrochorea acreana?

Acrean Hydrochorea

What is the natural habitat of Hydrochorea acreana?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
James Walter Grimes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Grimes' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:989345-1: Based on the initial data import