Heteropterys fragilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fragilis
ID:
722093
Status:
valid
Authors:
Amorim
Source:
ksu
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 23: 29 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721426
Common Names
- Heteropterys Fragilis
- Fragile Heteropterys
- Fragile Tree-of-Heaven
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heteropterys fragilis (also called 'Fragilis 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 fragilis is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Heteropterys fragilis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heteropterys fragilis is an evergreen shrub that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It is propagated by seed or cuttings and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Heteropterys fragilis
Heteropterys fragilis is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Goiás, and Minas Gerais.
Heteropterys fragilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heteropterys fragilis?
Heteropterys fragilis
What is the natural habitat of Heteropterys fragilis?
Heteropterys fragilis is native to South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
What is the growth habit of Heteropterys fragilis?
Heteropterys fragilis is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m (33 ft) tall.
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
André M. Amorim (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Amorim' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:321982-2: Based on the initial data import