Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acutifolia
ID:
718538

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sleumer

Source:
ksu

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 70: 140 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717871



Common Names

  • Sharp-leaved Helicia
  • Pointed-leaved Helicia
  • Acute-leaved Helicia


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Description

Helicia acutifolia (also called sharp-leaved helicia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Proteaceae. It is a shrub with white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Australia, and is found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Helicia acutifolia is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers and evergreen foliage. It is also used as a groundcover in rock gardens and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helicia acutifolia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helicia acutifolia is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to South America. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-11 and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a seed tray and covered with a thin layer of soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a potting mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn by carefully dividing the rootball.

Where to Find Helicia acutifolia

Helicia acutifolia is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Helicia acutifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helicia acutifolia?

Helicia acutifolia

What is the common name of Helicia acutifolia?

Sharp-leaved Helicia

What is the family of Helicia acutifolia?

Myrtaceae

Species in the Helicia genus

Helicia acutifolia, Helicia affinis, Helicia albiflora, Helicia amplifolia, Helicia archboldiana, Helicia arguta, Helicia attenuata, Helicia australasica, Helicia biformis, Helicia blakei, Helicia bullata, Helicia calocoma, Helicia cameronii, Helicia carrii, Helicia celata, Helicia celebica, Helicia ceylanica, Helicia clemensiae, Helicia coeruleopurpurea, Helicia commutata, Helicia dentellata, Helicia elephanti, Helicia excelsa, Helicia falcata, Helicia ferruginea, Helicia finisterrae, Helicia forbesiana, Helicia fragilis, Helicia fuscotomentosa, Helicia glabrescens, Helicia glabriflora, Helicia graciliflora, Helicia grandifolia, Helicia grayi, Helicia hypoglauca, Helicia insularis, Helicia kjellbergii, Helicia laiagamensis, Helicia latifolia, Helicia lauterbachiana, Helicia ledermannii, Helicia lewisensis, Helicia loranthoides, Helicia macrostachya, Helicia maxwelliana, Helicia microcarpa, Helicia microneura, Helicia microphylla, Helicia neglecta, Helicia nortoniana,

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,