Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
bivalvis
ID:
721262

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 5: 314 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720595

Common Names

  • Hernandia bivalvis
  • Bivalve Hernandia
  • Bivalve Sea Apple

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Description

Hernandia bivalvis (also called Bivalved Hernandia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Africa. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hernandia bivalvis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a long flowering season and is drought tolerant, making it a low maintenance plant. It is also used medicinally to treat skin ailments and as an astringent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hernandia bivalvis has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hernandia bivalvis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained medium. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Hernandia bivalvis

Hernandia bivalvis is native to the Caribbean region, including Cuba, Jamaica, and Haiti.

Hernandia bivalvis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hernandia bivalvis?

Hernandia bivalvis

What is the common name of Hernandia bivalvis?

Two-valved Hernandia

Where is Hernandia bivalvis found?

West Africa

Species in the Hernandiaceae family

Gyrocarpus americanus, Gyrocarpus angustifolius, Gyrocarpus hababensis, Gyrocarpus jatrophifolius, Gyrocarpus mocinoi, Hernandia beninensis, Hernandia bivalvis, Hernandia catalpifolia, Hernandia cordigera, Hernandia cubensis, Hernandia didymantha, Hernandia drakeana, Hernandia guianensis, Hernandia jamaicensis, Hernandia moerenhoutiana, Hernandia nukuhivensis, Hernandia nymphaeifolia, Hernandia obovata, Hernandia olivacea, Hernandia papuana, Hernandia rostrata, Hernandia sonora, Hernandia stenura, Hernandia temarii, Hernandia hammelii, Hernandia voyroni, Hernandia mascarenensis, Hernandia lychnifera, Hernandia wendtii, Hernandia albiflora, Hernandia stokesii, Illigera cava, Illigera appendiculata, Illigera elegans, Illigera gammiei, Illigera megaptera, Illigera pentaphylla, Illigera pierrei, Illigera pulchra, Illigera thorelii, Illigera vespertilio, Illigera villosa, Illigera madagascariensis, Illigera orbiculata, Illigera cordata, Illigera nervosa, Illigera grandiflora, Illigera rhodantha, Illigera glabra, Illigera pseudoparviflora,