Hymenostegia aubrevillei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aubrevillei
ID:
169362
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pellegr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France80: 464 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168691
Common Names
- Aubrevilles Hymenostegia
- Hymenostegia aubrevillei
- Aubrevilles Hymenostegial
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Hymenostegia aubrevillei (also called Aubreville's Hymenostegia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenostegia aubrevillei is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hymenostegia aubrevillei has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have two cotyledons, a pair of small, oval-shaped leaves that are covered with white hairs.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenostegia aubrevillei can be propagated by seeds or by cuttings. Cultivation requires well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Hymenostegia aubrevillei
Hymenostegia aubrevillei is native to the rainforests of Central America and can be found in Costa Rica and Panama.
Hymenostegia aubrevillei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenostegia aubrevillei?
Hymenostegia aubrevillei
What is the common name of Hymenostegia aubrevillei?
Aubreville's hymenostegia
What is the natural habitat of Hymenostegia aubrevillei?
Tropical rainforests in Central and South America
Species in the Hymenostegia genus
Hymenostegia aubrevillei, Hymenostegia bakeriana, Hymenostegia brachyura, Hymenostegia felicis, Hymenostegia floribunda, Hymenostegia gracilipes, Hymenostegia klainei, Hymenostegia mundungu, Hymenostegia neoaubrevillei, Hymenostegia normandii, Hymenostegia pellegrinii, Hymenostegia talbotii, Hymenostegia elegans, Hymenostegia robusta, Hymenostegia viridiflora,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
François Pellegrin (1881-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pellegr.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Hymenostegia aubrevillei Pellegr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.