Heliocarpus appendiculatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
appendiculatus
ID:
718855
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 31(I): 226 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000718188
Common Names
- Appendiculatus Heliocarpus
- Heliocarpus appendiculatus
- Appendiculatus Hellecarpus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heliocarpus appendiculatus (also called Heliocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry and wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Heliocarpus appendiculatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used to make rope and baskets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Heliocarpus appendiculatus is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heliocarpus appendiculatus 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 plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the seedlings or cuttings have taken root.
Where to Find Heliocarpus appendiculatus
Heliocarpus appendiculatus is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Heliocarpus appendiculatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heliocarpus appendiculatus?
Heliocarpus appendiculatus
What is the common name of Heliocarpus appendiculatus?
Heliocarpus appendiculatus
What is the family of Heliocarpus appendiculatus?
Asteraceae
Species in the Heliocarpus genus
Heliocarpus americanus, Heliocarpus appendiculatus, Heliocarpus donnellsmithii, Heliocarpus mexicanus, Heliocarpus nodiflorus, Heliocarpus occidentalis, Heliocarpus pallidus, Heliocarpus palmeri, Heliocarpus terebinthinaceus, Heliocarpus parvimontis, Heliocarpus attenuatus, Heliocarpus virida, Heliocarpus velutinus,
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-2843338: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.