Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
ctenostegia
ID:
1224374

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hochr.) L.C.Barnett

Source:
tro

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 10: 71 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001223712



Common Names

  • Helmiopsiella ctenostegia
  • Ctenostegia Helmiopsiella
  • Helmiopsiella Ctenostegia


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Description

Helmiopsiella ctenostegia (also called Helmiopsiella, among many other common names) is a shrubby evergreen native to Madagascar. It has leathery leaves and produces small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Helmiopsiella ctenostegia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Helmiopsiella ctenostegia are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helmiopsiella ctenostegia is a perennial shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings, which should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be planted in moist soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Helmiopsiella ctenostegia

Helmiopsiella ctenostegia is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America and can be found in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Helmiopsiella ctenostegia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helmiopsiella ctenostegia?

Helmiopsiella ctenostegia

What are the common names of Helmiopsiella ctenostegia?

No common names are known for this plant

What is the natural habitat of Helmiopsiella ctenostegia?

Helmiopsiella ctenostegia is found in humid tropical forests in South America

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

Bénédict Pierre Georges Hochreutiner (1873-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochr.' in the authors string.
Lisa Ceryle Barnett (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.C.Barnett' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:945512-1: Based on the initial data import