Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
1317823

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Koenig) Govaerts

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 151:64. (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330277



Common Names

  • Hellenia speciosa
  • Speciosa Hellenia
  • Speciosa


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Description

Hellenia speciosa (also called Showy Hellenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to North America and is found in dry and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hellenia speciosa is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and as an antiseptic. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hellenia speciosa has white flowers with yellow anthers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hellenia speciosa is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light frosts. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Hellenia speciosa

Hellenia speciosa is endemic to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

Hellenia speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hellenia speciosa?

Hellenia speciosa

What is the common name of Hellenia speciosa?

Showy Hellenia

What is the natural habitat of Hellenia speciosa?

Hellenia speciosa is native to the western United States, from California to Washington

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

IPNI record: 77136164-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001356421
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Johann Gerhard König (1728-1785): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Koenig' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0001330277: Based on the initial data import