Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphaerocarpa
ID:
716018

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fryxell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 21: 380 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715351



Common Names

  • Hampea sphaerocarpa
  • Round-fruited Hampea
  • Round-fruited Hammeria


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Description

Hampea sphaerocarpa (also called Spherical-Fruited Hampea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central Asia and the Middle East, and is found in deserts and semi-deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Hampea sphaerocarpa is a popular ornamental plant used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hampea sphaerocarpa are small and white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hampea sphaerocarpa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once rooted, the plants should be transplanted into a larger pot with a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Hampea sphaerocarpa

Hampea sphaerocarpa can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Hampea sphaerocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hampea sphaerocarpa?

Hampea sphaerocarpa

What is the common name of Hampea sphaerocarpa?

Spherical-fruited hampea

What is the natural habitat of Hampea sphaerocarpa?

It is native to Australia and New Zealand, and is found in moist grasslands, open woodlands, and along streambanks.

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-2839139: Based on the initial data import
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.