Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
polyandra
ID:
747255

Status:
valid

Authors:
Appleq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 96: 531 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746588



Common Names

  • Helmiopsis polyandra
  • Polyandra False Hellebore
  • Polyandra Helmiopsis


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Description

Helmiopsis polyandra (also called False Hellebore, Helmiopsis polyandra, or Helmiopsis polyandra var. polyandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ranunculaceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in temperate climates. It is an herbaceous perennial with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Helmiopsis polyandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive pink flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments including skin infections, wounds, and rashes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helmiopsis polyandra has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are slender and have small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helmiopsis polyandra is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in the spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process.

Where to Find Helmiopsis polyandra

Helmiopsis polyandra can be found in China.

Helmiopsis polyandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helmiopsis polyandra?

Helmiopsis polyandra

What type of plant is Helmiopsis polyandra?

A flowering plant

Where is Helmiopsis polyandra native to?

China

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-2899916: Based on the initial data import
Wendy Linn Applequist: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Appleq.' in the authors string.