Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
hexaptera
ID:
588995

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 20A(15): 76 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588327



Common Names

  • Carpodiptera hexaptera
  • Six-Winged Carpodiptera
  • Six-Winged Carpo


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Synonyms

  • Berrya hexaptera (Urb. & Ekman) Kosterm. [unknown]

Description

Carpodiptera hexaptera (also called 'six-winged carpodiptera', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Mexico and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Carpodiptera hexaptera is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Carpodiptera hexaptera are small and white, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carpodiptera hexaptera is a small shrub that grows in moist, shady places. It prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can also be grown from cuttings of mature plants.

Where to Find Carpodiptera hexaptera

Carpodiptera hexaptera is native to South Africa and can be found in coastal areas with sandy soils.

Carpodiptera hexaptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carpodiptera hexaptera?

Carpodiptera hexaptera

What is the common name of Carpodiptera hexaptera?

Six-Winged Carpodiptera

What is the native range of Carpodiptera hexaptera?

Mexico

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2701310: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.