Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
boonkerdii
ID:
1335150

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pongkai, Li Bing Zhang & Pollawatn

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 286(3): 196. 2016 [30 Nov 2016] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347604


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Description

Hypodematium boonkerdii (also called Boonkerd Hypodematium, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a thin stem and grows to a height of up to 2 meters. Its leaves are simple and have a glossy green color. It is found in wet and moist habitats such as rainforests and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Hypodematium boonkerdii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypodematium boonkerdii has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypodematium boonkerdii is a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree that can be grown outdoors in warm climates or as a houseplant in cooler climates. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. Take a cutting from a healthy stem, remove the lower leaves, and dip the end in rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in a pot of moist soil and keep it in a warm, bright spot. Water regularly and the cutting should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Hypodematium boonkerdii

Hypodematium boonkerdii can be found in Thailand.

Hypodematium boonkerdii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypodematium boonkerdii?

Hypodematium boonkerdii

What is the common name of Hypodematium boonkerdii?

Boonkerd's Hypodematium

What is the natural habitat of Hypodematium boonkerdii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

References

Li Bing Zhang (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Li Bing Zhang' in the authors string.
Puttamon Pongkai: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pongkai' in the authors string.
Rossarin Pollawatn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pollawatn' in the authors string.