Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
dressleri
ID:
1247223

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fryxell

Source:
tro

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 25: 77 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001246561



Common Names

  • Herissantia dressleri
  • Herissantia
  • Dressleri


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Description

Herissantia dressleri (also called Dressler's Herissantia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. Its leaves are ovate and serrated and its flowers are pink with a yellow center. It grows in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in dry and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Herissantia dressleri is a popular ornamental plant due to its showy, purple flowers. It can also be used as a hedge or screen plant and can be grown in containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Herissantia dressleri is white, with five petals and yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Herissantia dressleri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Herissantia dressleri

Herissantia dressleri is native to Central and South America.

Herissantia dressleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Herissantia dressleri?

Herissantia dressleri

What is the common name of Herissantia dressleri?

Dressler's Hibiscus

What is the natural habitat of Herissantia dressleri?

Herissantia dressleri is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and 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