Heliocarpus nodiflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nodiflorus
ID:
718877
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Donn.Sm.) Donn.Sm. & Rose
Source:
cmp
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 5: 126 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000718210
Common Names
- Nodiflorus Heliocarpus
- Heliocarpus nodiflorus
- Nodiflorus Hellecarpus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heliocarpus nodiflorus (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 nodiflorus 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 nodiflorus is a white, five-petaled bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, light brown, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heliocarpus nodiflorus 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 nodiflorus
Heliocarpus nodiflorus is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Heliocarpus nodiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heliocarpus nodiflorus?
Heliocarpus nodiflorus
What is the common name of Heliocarpus nodiflorus?
Heliocarpus nodiflorus
What is the family of Heliocarpus nodiflorus?
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
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:119613-2: Based on the initial data import