Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hiranensis
ID:
452615

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
ksu

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 19: 195 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451947



Common Names

  • Melhania hiranensis
  • Hiran Melhania
  • Hiran White Melhania


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Description

Melhania hiranensis (also called 'Hiran Melhania', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It can be found in moist, shady forests and is characterized by its lance-shaped leaves and its white and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Melhania hiranensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melhania hiranensis is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melhania hiranensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It can be propagated from seed or division, and prefers a warm, humid environment. It should be grown in partial shade and in well-drained, fertile soil. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C.

Where to Find Melhania hiranensis

Melhania hiranensis is native to India.

Melhania hiranensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melhania hiranensis?

Melhania hiranensis

What is the common name of Melhania hiranensis?

Hiranensis Melhania

Where is Melhania hiranensis found?

It is found in India, Nepal, and Pakistan

Species in the Melhania genus

Melhania albiflora, Melhania acuminata, Melhania coriacea, Melhania engleriana, Melhania denhamii, Melhania carrissoi, Melhania cannabina, Melhania brachycarpa, Melhania beguinotii, Melhania incana, Melhania futteyporensis, Melhania forbesii, Melhania hiranensis, Melhania velutina, Melhania tomentosa, Melhania stipulosa, Melhania steudneri, Melhania somalensis, Melhania zavattarii, Melhania kelleri, Melhania javanica, Melhania magnifolia, Melhania jaberi, Melhania phillipsiae, Melhania ovata, Melhania quercifolia, Melhania oblongifolia, Melhania muricata, Melhania sidoides, Melhania latibracteolata, Melhania praemorsa, Melhania substricta, Melhania volleseniana, Melhania corchoriflora, Melhania tulearensis, Melhania apiculata, Melhania perrieri, Melhania menafe, Melhania itampoloensis, Melhania mananarensis, Melhania andrahomanensis, Melhania ambovombeensis, Melhania decaryana, Melhania fruticosa, Melhania humbertii, Melhania spathulata, Melhania poissonii, Melhania fiherenanensis, Melhania vohipalensis, Melhania minutissima,

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,