Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
bernieri
ID:
719897

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Arènes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 28: 416 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000719230



Common Names

  • Bernier's helmiopsis
  • Helmiopsis bernieri
  • Bernier's falsealthenia


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Description

Helmiopsis bernieri (also called Bernier's helmiopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces a single stem with a terminal inflorescence. Its leaves are lanceolate to ovate in shape and its flowers are yellow in color. It grows in wet meadows, marshes, and other wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Helmiopsis bernieri is a perennial flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in herbal medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helmiopsis bernieri is a white-greenish color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helmiopsis bernieri is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or propagated by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and can tolerate full sun. It is hardy to USDA zones 5-9 and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is best to plant the seeds in the fall and to keep the soil moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant can also be propagated by taking stem cuttings in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Helmiopsis bernieri

Helmiopsis bernieri is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Helmiopsis bernieri FAQ

What is the common name of Helmiopsis bernieri?

Bernier's helmiopsis

What type of plant is Helmiopsis bernieri?

Perennial

What is the optimal soil type for Helmiopsis bernieri?

Well-drained, slightly acidic soil

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-2844848: Based on the initial data import
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.