Hetaeria callosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
callosa
ID:
442069
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17: 207 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000441401
Common Names
- Hetaeria Callosa
- Callous Hetaeria
- Callous Hetaerium
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- Goodyera callosa J.J.Sm. [unknown]
Description
Hetaeria callosa (also called 'Callose Hetaeria', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has oval-shaped, leathery leaves that are dark green in color, and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and along streams in tropical and subtropical regions.
Uses & Benefits
Hetaeria callosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat headaches, fever, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hetaeria callosa has small, white flowers and produces small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hetaeria callosa can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -30°F (-34°C). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.
Where to Find Hetaeria callosa
Hetaeria callosa is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida.
Hetaeria callosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hetaeria callosa?
Hetaeria callosa
What type of plant is Hetaeria callosa?
Hetaeria callosa is a shrub.
What is the ideal temperature range for Hetaeria callosa?
Hetaeria callosa prefers temperatures between 50-70°F (10-21°C).
Species in the Hetaeria genus
Hetaeria callosa, Hetaeria hylophiloides, Hetaeria youngsayei, Hetaeria armata, Hetaeria rhombipetala, Hetaeria affinis, Hetaeria alta, Hetaeria anomala, Hetaeria baeuerlenii, Hetaeria elata, Hetaeria elegans, Hetaeria finlaysoniana, Hetaeria gardneri, Hetaeria goodyeroides, Hetaeria heterosepala, Hetaeria lamellata, Hetaeria latipetala, Hetaeria linguella, Hetaeria mannii, Hetaeria obliqua, Hetaeria oblongifolia, Hetaeria occidentalis, Hetaeria pelota, Hetaeria rostrata, Hetaeria tetraptera, Hetaeria vaginalis, Hetaeria whitmeei,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-248950: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.