Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
evansii
ID:
1249015

Status:
valid

Authors:
Almeda

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 127 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001248353

Common Names

  • Heterocentron
  • Evansii
  • Heterocentron

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Uses & Benefits

Heterocentron evansii is used for its medicinal properties and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as a source of fuel and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heterocentron evansii has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterocentron evansii is a species of flowering plant native to Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Heterocentron evansii

Heterocentron evansii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including parts of Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Heterocentron evansii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterocentron evansii?

Heterocentron evansii

What is the common name of Heterocentron evansii?

Evans' Heterocentron

What is the natural habitat of Heterocentron evansii?

Found in dry, sandy soils in the western United States

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

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