Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
seyrigii
ID:
726463

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.-F.Leroy

Source:
ksu

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Compt. Rend. Hebd. Séances Acad. Sci., Sér. D 269: 2322 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725796



Common Names

  • Humbertioturraea seyrigii
  • Seyrig's Humbertioturraea
  • Humbertioturraea


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Description

Humbertioturraea seyrigii (also called Seyrig's Humbertioturraea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. It is an evergreen, woody climber with thick, fleshy, oval-shaped leaves and clusters of small, fragrant, star-shaped flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Humbertioturraea seyrigii is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Humbertioturraea seyrigii is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Humbertioturraea seyrigii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Humbertioturraea seyrigii

Humbertioturraea seyrigii can be found in India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Humbertioturraea seyrigii FAQ

What is the best way to propagate Humbertioturraea seyrigii?

Humbertioturraea seyrigii can be propagated by stem cuttings, layering, or air layering.

What is the ideal temperature for Humbertioturraea seyrigii?

Humbertioturraea seyrigii prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the ideal humidity for Humbertioturraea seyrigii?

Humbertioturraea seyrigii prefers a humidity level of around 50-60%.

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