Hymenocrater oxyodontus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oxyodontus
ID:
216746
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rech.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 150: 245 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216075
Common Names
- Hymenocrater oxyodontus
- Sharp-toothed Hymenocrater
- Hymenocrater Oxyodontus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hymenocrater oxyodontus (also called Oxyodont Hymenocrater, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia. It grows in lowland rainforest, montane rainforest, and dry deciduous forest.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenocrater oxyodontus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenocrater oxyodontus is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenocrater oxyodontus is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Division of the rhizomes can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Hymenocrater oxyodontus
Hymenocrater oxyodontus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Hymenocrater oxyodontus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenocrater oxyodontus?
Hymenocrater oxyodontus
What type of plant is Hymenocrater oxyodontus?
Herb
Where is Hymenocrater oxyodontus found?
South America
Species in the Hymenocrater genus
Hymenocrater adenothrix, Hymenocrater altimuranus, Hymenocrater bituminosus, Hymenocrater calycinus, Hymenocrater elegans, Hymenocrater incanus, Hymenocrater inciaidentatus, Hymenocrater longiflorus, Hymenocrater oxyodontus, Hymenocrater platystegius, Hymenocrater sessilifolius, Hymenocrater yazdianus,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-101212: Based on the initial data import
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.