Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
pyrospatha
ID:
836423

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bogner

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Folia Malaysiana 8: 11 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835758

Common Names

  • Ixora crassipes
  • Ixia rivulicola
  • Ixia robusta

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Description

Homalomena pyrospatha (also called Pyrospatha Homalomena, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, typically growing up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia, and is commonly found in tropical dry forests and tropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Homalomena pyrospatha is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Homalomena pyrospatha is a small, white, cup-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with seven leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homalomena pyrospatha is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a potting mix that is well-draining and contains some organic matter. It should be kept moist but not wet and should be fertilized regularly. It should be protected from direct sunlight and should be given plenty of air circulation.

Where to Find Homalomena pyrospatha

Homalomena pyrospatha is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats mountain range.

Homalomena pyrospatha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Homalomena pyrospatha?

Homalomena pyrospatha

What is the natural habitat of Homalomena pyrospatha?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What type of soil does Homalomena pyrospatha prefer?

Well-drained, loamy soil

Species in the Homalomena genus

Homalomena major, Homalomena megalophylla, Homalomena melanesica, Homalomena metallica, Homalomena minor, Homalomena minutissima, Homalomena monandra, Homalomena montana, Homalomena nigrescens, Homalomena nutans, Homalomena obovata, Homalomena obscurifolia, Homalomena occulta, Homalomena ovalifolia, Homalomena ovata, Homalomena padangensis, Homalomena palawanensis, Homalomena peekelii, Homalomena pendula, Homalomena philippinensis, Homalomena pontederaefolia, Homalomena producta, Homalomena pulleana, Homalomena punctulata, Homalomena robusta, Homalomena rostratum, Homalomena rubescens, Homalomena rusdii, Homalomena sarawakensis, Homalomena saxorum, Homalomena schlechteri, Homalomena scortechinii, Homalomena silvatica, Homalomena singaporense, Homalomena soniae, Homalomena steenisiana, Homalomena stollei, Homalomena subcordata, Homalomena tenuispadix, Homalomena treubii, Homalomena truncata, Homalomena vagans, Homalomena wallichii, Homalomena zollingeri, Homalomena elegantula, Homalomena expedita, Homalomena impudica, Homalomena pineodora, Homalomena pyrospatha, Homalomena ardua,

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Josef Bogner (1939-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77086578-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.