Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
sphaerotheca
ID:
1320099

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cowie

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Beagle 27: 49 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332553



Common Names

  • Helicteres
  • Sphaerotheca
  • Sphaerotheca Helicteres


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Description

Helicteres sphaerotheca (also called Round-Fruited Helicteres, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is characterized by its small, oval leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Helicteres sphaerotheca is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helicteres sphaerotheca is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Helicteres sphaerotheca are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helicteres sphaerotheca is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Helicteres sphaerotheca

Helicteres sphaerotheca can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and parts of China.

Helicteres sphaerotheca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helicteres sphaerotheca?

Helicteres sphaerotheca

What is the natural habitat of Helicteres sphaerotheca?

Helicteres sphaerotheca is native to tropical Africa.

What are the common uses of Helicteres sphaerotheca?

Helicteres sphaerotheca is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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

Ian Donald Cowie: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cowie' in the authors string.