Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
porphyrocarpa
ID:
1322293

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.J.Ford & P.H.Weston

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 8: 678 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334747



Common Names

  • Hollandaea porphyrocarpa
  • Purple-fruited Hollandaea
  • Purple-fruited Hollandia


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Description

Hollandaea porphyrocarpa (also called Porphyrocarpa Hollandaea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Peru. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hollandaea porphyrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant in homes. It has a unique look and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hollandaea porphyrocarpa has yellow flowers, small, brown, oblong seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hollandaea porphyrocarpa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, well-drained soil in spring or early summer and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, moist soil.

Where to Find Hollandaea porphyrocarpa

Hollandaea porphyrocarpa is native to Mexico.

Hollandaea porphyrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hollandaea porphyrocarpa?

Hollandaea porphyrocarpa

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Purple-fruited Hollandaea

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Asteraceae

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,

References

Peter Weston (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Weston' in the authors string.
Andrew James Ford (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Ford' in the authors string.