Heteropterys purpurea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpurea
ID:
722189
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
cmp
Year:
1822
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 5: 163 (1822)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721522
Common Names
- Purpurea Heteropterys
- Purpurea Bush-Cherry
- Purpurea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Banisteria microphylla Jacq. [unknown]
- Banisteria parvifolia Vent. [unknown]
- Banisteria purpurea L. [unknown]
- Banisteria verruculosa Sw. [unknown]
- Heteropterys parvifolia DC. [unknown]
- Heteropterys purpurea antillana Nied. [unknown]
- Heteropterys purpurea oblonga Nied. [unknown]
- Heteropterys purpurea typica Nied. [unknown]
Description
Heteropterys purpurea (also called Purple Heteropterys, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a rounded crown. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It grows up to 8 m tall and has purplish-green leaves that are 6-15 cm long.
Uses & Benefits
Heteropterys purpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make baskets, mats, and other handicrafts.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heteropterys purpurea has small, purple flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heteropterys purpurea can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Heteropterys purpurea
Heteropterys purpurea is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Goiás, and Minas Gerais.
Heteropterys purpurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heteropterys purpurea?
Heteropterys purpurea
What is the common name of Heteropterys purpurea?
Heteropterys purpurea
What is the natural habitat of Heteropterys purpurea?
Tropical rainforests of South America
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-2848396: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.