Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
longipes
ID:
1255180

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) H.Ohashi & R.R.Mill

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot.57: 179 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254518

Common Names

  • Hylodesmum longipes
  • Longipes Hylodesmum
  • Hylodesmum Longipes

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Description

Hylodesmum longipes (also called Long-Stalked Hylodesmum, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It is a shrubby plant that grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, woodlands, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Hylodesmum longipes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hylodesmum longipes are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hylodesmum longipes is a slow-growing, deciduous, perennial shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Hylodesmum longipes

Hylodesmum longipes is native to the rainforests of South America.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Robert R. Mill (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.R.Mill' in the authors string.