Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
stellulifera
ID:
724489

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arènes

Source:
ksu

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 11: 63 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723822



Common Names

  • Hiptage Stellulifera
  • Climbing Hiptage
  • Hiptage Vine


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Description

Hiptage stellulifera (also called Star-bearing 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 stellulifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hiptage stellulifera 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Hiptage stellulifera can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Hiptage stellulifera

Hiptage stellulifera is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats region of the country.

Hiptage stellulifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hiptage stellulifera?

Hiptage stellulifera

What is the family of Hiptage stellulifera?

Malpighiaceae

What is the common name of Hiptage stellulifera?

Star-bearing Hiptage

Species in the Hiptage genus

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,