Heliocarpus palmeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palmeri
ID:
718881
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 21: 420 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000718214
Common Names
- Palmer's Heliocarpus
- Heliocarpus palmeri
- Palmer's Hellecarpus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heliocarpus palmeri (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 palmeri 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 palmeri 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 palmeri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed-raising mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted.
Where to Find Heliocarpus palmeri
Heliocarpus palmeri is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Heliocarpus palmeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heliocarpus palmeri?
Heliocarpus palmeri
What is the common name of Heliocarpus palmeri?
Heliocarpus palmeri
What is the family of Heliocarpus palmeri?
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-2843366: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.