Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
valo
ID:
1233891

Status:
valid

Authors:
Deroin

Source:
tro

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Candollea 51: 149 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001233229

Common Names

  • Valo Hildebrandtia
  • Valo Fern
  • Valo Shield Fern

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Description

Hildebrandtia valo (also called Valo's Hildebrandtia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to the Philippines and is found in montane forests. Its leaves are oblong-lanceolate and up to 8 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Hildebrandtia valo is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hildebrandtia valo is a small white or yellowish-white flower with a short pedicel. The seed is a small, black, globose capsule. The seedlings are small and have a long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hildebrandtia valo is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be about 6 inches long and should be taken from the tips of the branches. Place the cuttings in a potting mix and keep them moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Hildebrandtia valo

Hildebrandtia valo is native to tropical Africa and is found in tropical rainforests.

Hildebrandtia valo FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hildebrandtia valo?

Hildebrandtia valo

Where does Hildebrandtia valo grow?

It is native to Madagascar.

What is the common name of Hildebrandtia valo?

Valo hildebrandtia

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

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