Helicia microcarpa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
718627
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sleumer
Source:
ksu
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Blumea 8: 41 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717960
Common Names
- Small-fruited Helicia
- Little-fruited Helicia
- Tiny-fruited Helicia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Helicia microcarpa (also called Small-fruited Helicia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is commonly found in rainforest areas.
Uses & Benefits
Helicia microcarpa is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and produces a range of colors, from white to pink and purple. It is also a good source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Helicia microcarpa are white or cream-colored, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Helicia microcarpa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a potting mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Helicia microcarpa
Helicia microcarpa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America and can be found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is also found in the Caribbean islands of Cuba, Hispaniola, and Jamaica.
Helicia microcarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helicia microcarpa?
Helicia microcarpa
Where is Helicia microcarpa found?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of South America.
What type of plant is Helicia microcarpa?
Helicia microcarpa is a species of evergreen tree in the family Proteaceae.
Species in the Helicia genus
Helicia acutifolia, Helicia affinis, Helicia albiflora, Helicia amplifolia, Helicia archboldiana, Helicia arguta, Helicia attenuata, Helicia australasica, Helicia biformis, Helicia blakei, Helicia bullata, Helicia calocoma, Helicia cameronii, Helicia carrii, Helicia celata, Helicia celebica, Helicia ceylanica, Helicia clemensiae, Helicia coeruleopurpurea, Helicia commutata, Helicia dentellata, Helicia elephanti, Helicia excelsa, Helicia falcata, Helicia ferruginea, Helicia finisterrae, Helicia forbesiana, Helicia fragilis, Helicia fuscotomentosa, Helicia glabrescens, Helicia glabriflora, Helicia graciliflora, Helicia grandifolia, Helicia grayi, Helicia hypoglauca, Helicia insularis, Helicia kjellbergii, Helicia laiagamensis, Helicia latifolia, Helicia lauterbachiana, Helicia ledermannii, Helicia lewisensis, Helicia loranthoides, Helicia macrostachya, Helicia maxwelliana, Helicia microcarpa, Helicia microneura, Helicia microphylla, Helicia neglecta, Helicia nortoniana,
Species in the Proteaceae family
Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,
References
Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:704447-1: Based on the initial data import