Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
lyrata
ID:
216692

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 15: 256 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216021



Common Names

  • Hymenocardia lyrata
  • Lyrate Hymenocardia
  • Hymenocardia Lyrata


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Synonyms

  • Hymenocardia beillei A.Chev. ex Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]

Description

Hymenocardia lyrata (also called the lyre-leaved hymenocardia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocardia lyrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenocardia lyrata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped seedlings with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocardia lyrata is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Division of the rhizomes can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Hymenocardia lyrata

Hymenocardia lyrata can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

Hymenocardia lyrata FAQ

What is the common name of Hymenocardia lyrata?

Lyrate Fern

What type of soil does Hymenocardia lyrata prefer?

Well-draining, acidic soil

How much light does Hymenocardia lyrata need?

Bright, indirect light

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References