Helicteres microcarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
1265123
Status:
valid
Authors:
Span.
Source:
tro
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 15: 173 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264461
Common Names
- Microcarpa Helicteres
- Microcarpa Indian-Hemp
- Microcarpa Screw-Tree
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Helicteres microcarpa (also called Microcarpous Helicteres, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in moist mountain forests.
Uses & Benefits
Helicteres microcarpa is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Helicteres microcarpa is yellow or orange, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, ovoid capsule containing several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Helicteres microcarpa can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be grown in a warm environment with plenty of light. Once established, the plants can be transplanted into the garden or a larger container.
Where to Find Helicteres microcarpa
Helicteres microcarpa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Helicteres microcarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helicteres microcarpa?
Helicteres microcarpa
What is the common name of Helicteres microcarpa?
Small-fruited Screwtree
Where is Helicteres microcarpa found?
It is found in Southeast Asia
Species in the Helicteres genus
Helicteres angustifolia, Helicteres baruensis, Helicteres brevispira, Helicteres calcicola, Helicteres carthagenensis, Helicteres corylifolia, Helicteres elongata, Helicteres gardneriana, Helicteres glabriuscula, Helicteres guazumifolia, Helicteres heptandra, Helicteres hirsuta, Helicteres isora, Helicteres jamaicensis, Helicteres lanata, Helicteres lanceolata, Helicteres lhotzkyana, Helicteres obtusa, Helicteres ovata, Helicteres pentandra, Helicteres pilgeri, Helicteres plebeja, Helicteres rekoi, Helicteres sacarolha, Helicteres velutina, Helicteres viscida, Helicteres aspera, Helicteres cuneata, Helicteres eichleri, Helicteres lenta, Helicteres longepedunculata, Helicteres macropetala, Helicteres muscosa, Helicteres semitriloba, Helicteres vuarame, Helicteres vegae, Helicteres elongata, Helicteres eitenii, Helicteres prostrata, Helicteres calicola, Helicteres trapezifolia, Helicteres laciniosa, Helicteres andersonii, Helicteres biflexa, Helicteres pintonis, Helicteres urupensis, Helicteres krapovickasii, Helicteres cidii, Helicteres vallsii, Helicteres denticulenta,
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 tro-50212675: Based on the initial data import
Johan Baptist Spanoghe (1796-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Span.' in the authors string.