Hualania colletioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
colletioides
ID:
726268
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 33: 19 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725601
Common Names
- Hualania Colletioides
- Colletioides Wax Plant
- Colletioides Hindu Rope Plant
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- Bredemeyera colletioides (Phil.) Chodat [unknown]
Description
Hualania colletioides (also called Colletioides Hua, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to western Africa, and is found in tropical forests. The plant has a woody stem with oval-shaped leaves and produces clusters of small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hualania colletioides is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hualania colletioides has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a hard shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Hualania colletioides can be propagated by taking stem cuttings from mature plants. The cuttings should be placed in moist soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root. The plant should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Hualania colletioides
Hualania colletioides is native to South America and can be found in nurseries, garden centers, and online retailers.
Hualania colletioides FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Hualania colletioides?
Hualania colletioides prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)
What is the ideal light for Hualania colletioides?
Hualania colletioides prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Hualania colletioides?
Hualania colletioides should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week.
Species in the Hualania genus
Species in the Polygalaceae family
Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,
References
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:690399-1: Based on the initial data import