Heteropterys bicolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bicolor
ID:
722051
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Juss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1833
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. Merid. 3: 23 (1833)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721384
Common Names
- Bicolor Heteropterys
- Two-Colored Heteropterys
- Two-Colored Bush-Pea
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- Heteropterys bicolor lanceolata Nied. [unknown]
- Heteropterys bicolor elliptica Nied. [unknown]
- Heteropterys bicolor major A.Juss. [unknown]
Description
Heteropterys bicolor (also called 'Bicolor Heteropterys', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It is found in humid tropical forests, as well as in secondary forests and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Heteropterys bicolor is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heteropterys bicolor has yellow flowers with a long, thin, curved labellum. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heteropterys bicolor can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Both the seedlings and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and should be fertilized every few weeks. Once the plants are established, they should be pruned to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Heteropterys bicolor
Heteropterys bicolor is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize.
Heteropterys bicolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heteropterys bicolor?
Heteropterys bicolor
What is the common name of Heteropterys bicolor?
Two-Colored Heteropterys
Where is Heteropterys bicolor found?
It is found in Colombia
Species in the Heteropterys genus
Heteropterys complicata, Heteropterys ovata, Heteropterys admirabilis, Heteropterys alata, Heteropterys aliciae, Heteropterys amplexicaulis, Heteropterys andersonii, Heteropterys arenaria, Heteropterys argyrophaea, Heteropterys atabapensis, Heteropterys aureonitens, Heteropterys ayacuchensis, Heteropterys banksiifolia, Heteropterys berteroana, Heteropterys bicolor, Heteropterys brachiata, Heteropterys brasiliensis, Heteropterys bullata, Heteropterys byrsonimifolia, Heteropterys campestris, Heteropterys capixaba, Heteropterys chrysophylla, Heteropterys cochleosperma, Heteropterys coleoptera, Heteropterys coriacea, Heteropterys corumbensis, Heteropterys cristata, Heteropterys cuatrecasasii, Heteropterys dichromocalyx, Heteropterys discolor, Heteropterys dumetorum, Heteropterys eglandulosa, Heteropterys escalloniifolia, Heteropterys fluminensis, Heteropterys fragilis, Heteropterys glabra, Heteropterys glazioviana, Heteropterys grandiflora, Heteropterys huberi, Heteropterys hypericifolia, Heteropterys intermedia, Heteropterys jardimii, Heteropterys krapovickasii, Heteropterys laurentii, Heteropterys laurifolia, Heteropterys leona, Heteropterys leschenaultiana, Heteropterys lindleyana, Heteropterys lonicerifolia, Heteropterys macradena,
Species in the Malpighiaceae family
Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2848131: Based on the initial data import
Adrien-Henri de Jussieu (1797-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Juss.' in the authors string.