Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
brevipes
ID:
727885

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
ksu

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 21A(5): 4 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727218



Common Names

  • Hyperbaena Brevipes
  • Brevipes Hyperbaena
  • Brevipes


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Synonyms

  • Hyperbaena pruinosa Urb. & Ekman [unknown]

Description

Hyperbaena brevipes (also called Short-Stalked Hyperbaena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Malvaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in a variety of habitats, from grasslands to woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hyperbaena brevipes is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hyperbaena brevipes is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyperbaena brevipes is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Hyperbaena brevipes

Hyperbaena brevipes is native to South America and can be found in dry forests and woodlands.

Hyperbaena brevipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyperbaena brevipes?

Hyperbaena brevipes

What is the common name of Hyperbaena brevipes?

Short-stalked Hyperbaena

What is the natural habitat of Hyperbaena brevipes?

Grassland and open woodland

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:126072-2: Based on the initial data import