Hiptage myrtifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myrtifolia
ID:
724477
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
cmp
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
U.S. Expl. Exped., Phan. 1: 267 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723810
Common Names
- Hiptage Myrtifolia
- Climbing Hiptage
- Hiptage Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hiptage myrtifolia (also called Myrtle-leaved Hiptage, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 4 meters and has ovate leaves with serrated margins. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions in lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hiptage myrtifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has a high tolerance for drought and salt, making it a great choice for coastal areas. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, headache, and skin inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hiptage myrtifolia has white flowers with purple spots and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hiptage myrtifolia can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.
Where to Find Hiptage myrtifolia
Hiptage myrtifolia is native to India and can be found in tropical forests.
Hiptage myrtifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hiptage myrtifolia?
Hiptage myrtifolia
What are the common names of Hiptage myrtifolia?
Hiptage, Hiptage vine
What is the natural habitat of Hiptage myrtifolia?
Tropical and subtropical climates
Species in the Hiptage genus
Hiptage boniana, Hiptage bullata, Hiptage burkilliana, Hiptage calcicola, Hiptage calycina, Hiptage capillipes, Hiptage condita, Hiptage corymbifera, Hiptage cuspidata, Hiptage detergens, Hiptage elliptica, Hiptage glabrifolia, Hiptage gracilis, Hiptage jacobsii, Hiptage lucida, Hiptage luzonica, Hiptage marginata, Hiptage microcarpa, Hiptage monopteryx, Hiptage myrtifolia, Hiptage nayarii, Hiptage platyptera, Hiptage poilanei, Hiptage pubescens, Hiptage stellulifera, Hiptage subglabra, Hiptage thothathrii, Hiptage triacantha, Hiptage umbellulifera, Hiptage benghalensis, Hiptage minor, Hiptage lanceolata, Hiptage yunnanensis, Hiptage luodianensis, Hiptage candicans, Hiptage acuminata, Hiptage multiflora, Hiptage fraxinifolia, Hiptage tianyangensis, Hiptage sericea,
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-2851655: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.