Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
hypotephra
ID:
474838

Status:
valid

Authors:
Domin

Source:
ksu

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 12: 390 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474170



Common Names

  • Palmeria hypotephra
  • Hypotephra Palmeria
  • Hypotephra's Palmeria


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Description

Palmeria hypotephra (also called Palmeria Hypotephra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It grows in open, dry, rocky, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Palmeria hypotephra is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Palmeria hypotephra has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palmeria hypotephra is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It can be propagated from cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should be about 6-8 inches long. The cuttings should be placed in a pot filled with a mixture of equal parts of sand and peat moss. The pot should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Palmeria hypotephra

Palmeria hypotephra can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Palmeria hypotephra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palmeria hypotephra?

Palmeria hypotephra

What is the family of Palmeria hypotephra?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Palmeria hypotephra?

Mountain Palmeria

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