Status:
valid
Authors:
Choisy
Source:
cmp
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Syst. Verz. Ind. Archip. 2: 143 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000520905
Common Names
- Javanica Adinandra
- Javanica Alder
- Javanica's Adinandra
Description
Adinandra javanica (also called Javan Adinandra, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of light shade.
Uses & Benefits
Adinandra javanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating fever, cough, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adinandra javanica has white flowers with yellow centers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adinandra javanica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and can tolerate light shade.
Where to Find Adinandra javanica
Adinandra javanica is native to Indonesia and can be found in tropical forests.
Adinandra javanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adinandra javanica?
Adinandra javanica
What is the common name of Adinandra javanica?
Javanese Adinandra
Where is Adinandra javanica found?
Adinandra javanica is found in Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam
Species in the Adinandra genus
Adinandra angustifolia,
Adinandra acuminata,
Adinandra acuta,
Adinandra angulata,
Adinandra anisobasis,
Adinandra annamensis,
Adinandra apoensis,
Adinandra argentifolia,
Adinandra auriformis,
Adinandra bicuspidata,
Adinandra bockiana,
Adinandra borneensis,
Adinandra brassii,
Adinandra brefeldii,
Adinandra calciphila,
Adinandra caudata,
Adinandra celebica,
Adinandra clemensiae,
Adinandra coarctata,
Adinandra collettiana,
Adinandra collina,
Adinandra colombonensis,
Adinandra cordifolia,
Adinandra corneriana,
Adinandra crassifolia,
Adinandra dasyantha,
Adinandra donnaiensis,
Adinandra dubia,
Adinandra dumosa,
Adinandra elegans,
Adinandra elliptica,
Adinandra endertii,
Adinandra epunctata,
Adinandra excelsa,
Adinandra eymae,
Adinandra filipes,
Adinandra forbesii,
Adinandra formosana,
Adinandra gallatlyi,
Adinandra glischroloma,
Adinandra grandifolia,
Adinandra grandis,
Adinandra griffithii,
Adinandra hainanensis,
Adinandra hirta,
Adinandra howii,
Adinandra impressa,
Adinandra inaequalis,
Adinandra integerrima,
Adinandra javanica,
Species in the Pentaphylacaceae family
Adinandra angustifolia,
Adinandra acuminata,
Adinandra acuta,
Adinandra angulata,
Adinandra anisobasis,
Adinandra annamensis,
Adinandra apoensis,
Adinandra argentifolia,
Adinandra auriformis,
Adinandra bicuspidata,
Adinandra bockiana,
Adinandra borneensis,
Adinandra brassii,
Adinandra brefeldii,
Adinandra calciphila,
Adinandra caudata,
Adinandra celebica,
Adinandra clemensiae,
Adinandra coarctata,
Adinandra collettiana,
Adinandra collina,
Adinandra colombonensis,
Adinandra cordifolia,
Adinandra corneriana,
Adinandra crassifolia,
Adinandra dasyantha,
Adinandra donnaiensis,
Adinandra dubia,
Adinandra dumosa,
Adinandra elegans,
Adinandra elliptica,
Adinandra endertii,
Adinandra epunctata,
Adinandra excelsa,
Adinandra eymae,
Adinandra filipes,
Adinandra forbesii,
Adinandra formosana,
Adinandra gallatlyi,
Adinandra glischroloma,
Adinandra grandifolia,
Adinandra grandis,
Adinandra griffithii,
Adinandra hainanensis,
Adinandra hirta,
Adinandra howii,
Adinandra impressa,
Adinandra inaequalis,
Adinandra integerrima,
Adinandra javanica,