Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
obovatum
ID:
726518

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Cuatrec.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 35: 125 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725851

Common Names

  • Humiriastrum obovatum
  • Obovate Humiriastrum
  • Obovate Humiria
  • Humiria obovata

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Description

Humiriastrum obovatum (also called Obovate Humiriastrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Humiriastrum genus. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela and is found in moist, lowland forests. It has large, glossy leaves and produces yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Humiriastrum obovatum is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Humiriastrum obovatum are white, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Humiriastrum obovatum is a shrub native to South America. It prefers a sunny location with well-draining soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings. Take a cutting from the main plant and allow it to dry for a few days before planting in a pot with well-draining soil. Water regularly but do not overwater.

Where to Find Humiriastrum obovatum

Humiriastrum obovatum can be found in India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Humiriastrum obovatum FAQ

What are the common names of Humiriastrum obovatum?

Humiriastrum obovatum is commonly known as the Obovate Humiriastrum.

What is the native range of Humiriastrum obovatum?

Humiriastrum obovatum is native to Colombia and Venezuela.

What is the habitat of Humiriastrum obovatum?

Humiriastrum obovatum is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Species in the Humiriaceae family

Duckesia verrucosa, Endopleura uchi, Humiria balsamifera, Humiria crassifolia, Humiria fruticosa, Humiria wurdackii, Humiria crassifolia, Humiriastrum colombianum, Humiriastrum cuspidatum, Humiriastrum diguense, Humiriastrum liesneri, Humiriastrum mussunungense, Humiriastrum obovatum, Humiriastrum ottohuberi, Humiriastrum piraparanense, Humiriastrum excelsum, Humiriastrum procerum, Humiriastrum melanocarpum, Humiriastrum glaziovii, Humiriastrum mapiriense, Humiriastrum villosum, Humiriastrum dentatum, Humiriastrum subcrenatum, Humiriastrum spiritu-sancti, Hylocarpa heterocarpa, Sacoglottis gabonensis, Sacoglottis maguirei, Sacoglottis mattogrossensis, Sacoglottis guianensis, Sacoglottis cydonioides, Sacoglottis amazonica, Sacoglottis ceratocarpa, Sacoglottis trichogyna, Sacoglottis ovicarpa, Sacoglottis holdridgei, Schistostemon auyantepuiense, Schistostemon retusum, Schistostemon fernandezii, Schistostemon oblongifolium, Schistostemon reticulatum, Schistostemon dichotomum, Schistostemon macrophyllum, Schistostemon densiflorum, Schistostemon sylvaticus, Schistostemon auyantepuiensis, Vantanea minor, Vantanea guianensis, Vantanea parviflora, Vantanea macrocarpa, Vantanea obovata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2854977: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.