Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
hamatus
ID:
1591236

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lepis

Source:

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Fl. Guianas , Ser. A, 30(139): 15 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000047629



Common Names

  • Hamate Chelonanthus
  • Hamate Chelonanthus
  • Hamate Chelonanthus


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Description

Chelonanthus hamatus (also called Hooked Chelonanthus, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has small yellow flowers. It is native to North America and is found in moist meadows, open woods, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Chelonanthus hamatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cold, cough, and other respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chelonanthus hamatus has yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chelonanthus hamatus is a perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several clumps and replanted in a sunny location.

Where to Find Chelonanthus hamatus

Chelonanthus hamatus is native to the Himalayan region of India and Nepal.

Chelonanthus hamatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chelonanthus hamatus?

Chelonanthus hamatus

What is the common name of Chelonanthus hamatus?

Hook-fruited Chelonanthus

What is the natural habitat of Chelonanthus hamatus?

It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77140254-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.