Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.) S.Linds. & C.W.Chen
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 66(2): 171 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341675
Description
Haplopteris dareicarpa (also called Darei-carpa Haplopteris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to China and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is an evergreen shrub with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Haplopteris dareicarpa is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Haplopteris dareicarpa is a white, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are thin and green with short stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Haplopteris dareicarpa is a tropical plant native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Haplopteris dareicarpa
Haplopteris dareicarpa is found in Madagascar.
Haplopteris dareicarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Haplopteris dareicarpa?
Haplopteris dareicarpa
What is the family of Haplopteris dareicarpa?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Haplopteris dareicarpa?
Dareicarpa Haplopteris
Species in the Haplopteris genus
Haplopteris winitii,
Haplopteris hirta,
Haplopteris angustissima,
Haplopteris scolopendrina,
Haplopteris ensiformis,
Haplopteris zosterifolia,
Haplopteris elongata,
Haplopteris anguste-elongata,
Haplopteris angustifolia,
Haplopteris doniana,
Haplopteris flexuosa,
Haplopteris fudzinoi,
Haplopteris guineensis,
Haplopteris longicoma,
Haplopteris malayensis,
Haplopteris owariensis,
Haplopteris sikkimensis,
Haplopteris taeniophylla,
Haplopteris volkensii,
Haplopteris amboinensis,
Haplopteris mediosora,
Haplopteris plurisulcata,
Haplopteris microlepis,
Haplopteris heterophylla,
Haplopteris yakushimensis,
Haplopteris alternans,
Haplopteris humblotii,
Haplopteris dareicarpa,
Haplopteris sessilifrons,
Haplopteris schliebenii,
Haplopteris ensata,
Species in the Pteridaceae family
References
Cheng Wei Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.W.Chen' in the authors string.