Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
orthogyne
ID:
238603

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 26: 359 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237935

Common Names

  • Antidesma orthogyne
  • Orthogyne Antidesma
  • Orthogyne Bead Tree

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Synonyms

  • Antidesma velutinosum orthogyne Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Antidesma orthogyne (also called Orthogyne Antidesma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in humid forests at elevations of 0 to 1,000 meters. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 meters tall.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma orthogyne is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for cut flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antidesma orthogyne has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma orthogyne is a shrub native to tropical Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by cuttings in spring or summer. Take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place in a moist, well-draining medium.

Where to Find Antidesma orthogyne

Antidesma orthogyne is native to Southeast Asia.

Antidesma orthogyne FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Antidesma orthogyne?

Antidesma orthogyne prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C)

What is the ideal humidity for Antidesma orthogyne?

Antidesma orthogyne prefers a humidity level of 50-70%

What type of soil should I use for Antidesma orthogyne?

Antidesma orthogyne prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix

Species in the Antidesma genus

Antidesma acidum, Antidesma alexiteria, Antidesma ambiguum, Antidesma annamense, Antidesma baccatum, Antidesma brachybotrys, Antidesma brevipes, Antidesma bunius, Antidesma catanduanense, Antidesma celebicum, Antidesma chalaranthum, Antidesma chonmon, Antidesma cochinchinense, Antidesma comptum, Antidesma concinnum, Antidesma contractum, Antidesma coriaceum, Antidesma costulatum, Antidesma cruciforme, Antidesma curranii, Antidesma cuspidatum, Antidesma dallachyanum, Antidesma digitaliforme, Antidesma eberhardtii, Antidesma edule, Antidesma elassophyllum, Antidesma elbertii, Antidesma erostre, Antidesma excavatum, Antidesma ferrugineum, Antidesma fleuryi, Antidesma forbesii, Antidesma fordii, Antidesma fruticosum, Antidesma fruticulosum, Antidesma ghaesembilla, Antidesma gillespieanum, Antidesma hainanense, Antidesma helferi, Antidesma heterophyllum, Antidesma japonicum, Antidesma jucundum, Antidesma kapuae, Antidesma khasianum, Antidesma kunstleri, Antidesma laciniatum, Antidesma laurifolium, Antidesma leucocladon, Antidesma leucopodum, Antidesma macgregorii,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-12209: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.