Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
hexamera
ID:
1237707

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wurdack) B.Walln.

Source:
tro

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 98B(Suppl.): 461 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237045



Common Names

  • Wurdastom hexamera
  • Six-Stamened Wurdastom
  • Wurdastom


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Uses & Benefits

Wurdastom hexamera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wurdastom hexamera is a bright yellow, with a short, curved spur. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small, green, and heart-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wurdastom hexamera is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Wurdastom hexamera

Wurdastom hexamera is native to Central and South America. It can be found in moist forests and woodlands.

Wurdastom hexamera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wurdastom hexamera?

Wurdastom hexamera

What is the natural habitat of Wurdastom hexamera?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the average size of Wurdastom hexamera?

The average size is around 8 cm in length

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-50092755: Based on the initial data import
John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.
Bruno Wallnöfer (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Walln.' in the authors string.