Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
laurina
ID:
1274462

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
tro

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. (Engler) Menispermac. 209. 1910 [6 Dec 1910]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273800



Common Names

  • Hypserpa Laurina
  • Laurina Hypserpa
  • Hypserpa Laurina Plant


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Description

Hypserpa laurina (also called Laurine Hypserpa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It typically grows in dry, sandy, and rocky soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypserpa laurina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used to make herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypserpa laurina has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypserpa laurina is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m (10 ft) in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a mixture of sand and peat moss. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Hypserpa laurina

Hypserpa laurina is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama.

Hypserpa laurina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypserpa laurina?

Hypserpa laurina

What is the common name of Hypserpa laurina?

Laurel Hypserpa

Where is Hypserpa laurina native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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,

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