Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
pallidus
ID:
718880

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
cmp

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 5: 128 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000718213



Common Names

  • Terebinthinaceus Heliocarpus
  • Heliocarpus terebinthinaceus
  • Terebinthinaceus Hellecarpus


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Description

Heliocarpus pallidus (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 pallidus 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 pallidus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Heliocarpus pallidus is best done by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be grown in full sun and should be watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every few months to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Heliocarpus pallidus

Heliocarpus pallidus is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Heliocarpus pallidus FAQ

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Asteraceae

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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