Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
716052

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Cusset

Source:
ksu

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 14: 36 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715385



Common Names

  • Hanseniella heterophylla
  • Variable-leaved Hanseniella
  • Variable-leaved Hammeria


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Description

Hanseniella heterophylla (also called Variable-leaved Hanseniella, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to East Asia. It has leathery, glossy leaves and white flowers. It is found in forests, thickets and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hanseniella heterophylla is a popular ornamental plant used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hanseniella heterophylla are small, yellow-green and fragrant. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hanseniella heterophylla can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once rooted, the plants should be transplanted into a larger pot with a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Hanseniella heterophylla

Hanseniella heterophylla can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Hanseniella heterophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hanseniella heterophylla?

Hanseniella heterophylla

What is the common name of Hanseniella heterophylla?

Variegated Hanseniella

What type of plant is Hanseniella heterophylla?

Herb

Species in the Hanseniella genus

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References