Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
sundaica
ID:
1265130

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Don

Source:
tro

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 1: 508 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264468



Common Names

  • Sundaic Helicteres
  • Sundaic Indian-Hemp
  • Sundaic Screw-Tree


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Description

Helicteres sundaica (also called Sunda 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 sundaica 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 sundaica 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Helicteres sundaica 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 sundaica

Helicteres sundaica is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Helicteres sundaica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helicteres sundaica?

Helicteres sundaica

What is the common name of Helicteres sundaica?

Sunda Screwtree

Where is Helicteres sundaica 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,

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