Hymenostegia robusta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robusta
ID:
1320674
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wieringa & Mackinder
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.30: 149 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333128
Common Names
- Hymenostegia robusta
- Robust Hymenostegia
- Robusta Hymenostegia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hymenostegia robusta (also called 'Robust Hymenostegia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to India, and is found in subtropical and tropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenostegia robusta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hymenostegia robusta has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenostegia robusta is a tropical fern that can be propagated by spores or division. Spores should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in spring or summer, with each division containing at least one frond and root system. The plant prefers warm, humid environments and should be grown in partial shade.
Where to Find Hymenostegia robusta
Hymenostegia robusta can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Hymenostegia robusta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenostegia robusta?
Hymenostegia robusta
What is the common name of Hymenostegia robusta?
Hymenostegia
What is the natural habitat of Hymenostegia robusta?
Tropical forests
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
Barbara Ann Mackinder (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mackinder' in the authors string.
Jan Johannes Wieringa (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wieringa' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77119684-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Hymenostegia robusta Wieringa & Mackinder: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.