Heterocentron chimalapanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chimalapanum
ID:
1253314
Status:
valid
Authors:
Todzia
Source:
tro
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Lundellia 2: 142 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252652
Common Names
- Heterocentron chimalapanum
- Chimalapan Heterocentron
- Chimalapan Heterocentron Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heterocentron chimalapanum (also called Chimalapan Heterocentron, among many other common names) is a small tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has long, thin leaves with a light green color. It typically grows in moist, shaded areas, such as near streams and in rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Heterocentron chimalapanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heterocentron chimalapanum has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heterocentron chimalapanum is a tropical plant that prefers a warm, humid environment. It can be propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Alternatively, cuttings can be taken in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Heterocentron chimalapanum
Heterocentron chimalapanum is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical forests.
Heterocentron chimalapanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heterocentron chimalapanum?
Heterocentron chimalapanum
What is the common name of Heterocentron chimalapanum?
Chimalapan Heterocentron
What type of plant is Heterocentron chimalapanum?
Tree
Species in the Heterocentron genus
Heterocentron elegans, Heterocentron glandulosum, Heterocentron subtriplinervium, Heterocentron hirtellum, Heterocentron suffruticosum, Heterocentron muricatum, Heterocentron mexicanum, Heterocentron purpureum, Heterocentron alatum, Heterocentron evansii, Heterocentron chimalapanum, Heterocentron laxiflorum, Heterocentron arstedii, Heterocentron dicranantherum, Heterocentron humboldtianum, Heterocentron breedlovei, Heterocentron occidentale, Heterocentron chiapense,
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50166468: Based on the initial data import
Carol A. Todzia: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Todzia' in the authors string.