Status:
valid
Authors:
Heads
Source:
cmp
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 38: 374 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724173
Common Names
- Hoheria equitum
- Equitum Hoheria
- Equitum
Description
Hoheria equitum (also called the horse-tail lacebark, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to New Zealand. It has white, star-shaped flowers and grows in moist, shady woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Hoheria equitum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hoheria equitum has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hoheria equitum is a hardy perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in gardens and borders and is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures.
Where to Find Hoheria equitum
Hoheria equitum can be found in New Zealand.
Hoheria equitum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hoheria equitum?
Hoheria equitum
What is the common name of Hoheria equitum?
Horse Hoheria
What is the natural habitat of Hoheria equitum?
Hoheria equitum is found in moist forests in New Zealand
Species in the Hoheria genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
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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,