Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
longiflorus
ID:
216742

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 12: 407 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216071



Common Names

  • Hymenocrater longiflorus
  • Long-flowered Hymenocrater
  • Hymenocrater Longiflorus


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Synonyms

  • Hymenocrater haussknechtii Boiss. & Reut. ex Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Hymenocrater longiflorus (also called Longiflorous Hymenocrater, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia. It grows in lowland rainforest, montane rainforest, and dry deciduous forest.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocrater longiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenocrater longiflorus is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocrater longiflorus is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Division of the rhizomes can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Hymenocrater longiflorus

Hymenocrater longiflorus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Hymenocrater longiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenocrater longiflorus?

Hymenocrater longiflorus

What type of plant is Hymenocrater longiflorus?

Herb

Where is Hymenocrater longiflorus found?

South America

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-101209: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.