Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
hirtus
ID:
296189

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Puttock

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 12: 289 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295521

Common Names

  • Atractocarpus hirtus
  • Hirtus Orchid
  • Cup Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Randia hirta F.Muell. [valid]
  • Rothmannia hirta (F.Muell.) Fagerl. [valid]
  • Gardenia hirta F.Muell. [valid]

Description

Atractocarpus hirtus (also called 'Hairy Atractocarpus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in the rainforests of India and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Atractocarpus hirtus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Atractocarpus hirtus is yellow and tubular. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atractocarpus hirtus is a slow-growing palm that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Atractocarpus hirtus is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).

Where to Find Atractocarpus hirtus

Atractocarpus hirtus is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Australia, India, and Southeast Asia.

Atractocarpus hirtus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Atractocarpus hirtus?

Atractocarpus hirtus

What is the family of Atractocarpus hirtus?

Arecaceae

What is the origin of Atractocarpus hirtus?

Australia

Species in the Atractocarpus genus

Atractocarpus aragoensis, Atractocarpus benthamianus, Atractocarpus bracteatus, Atractocarpus carolinensis, Atractocarpus chartaceus, Atractocarpus crosbyi, Atractocarpus cucumicarpus, Atractocarpus decorus, Atractocarpus fitzalanii, Atractocarpus heterophyllus, Atractocarpus hirtus, Atractocarpus longestipitatus, Atractocarpus longipes, Atractocarpus macarthurii, Atractocarpus merikin, Atractocarpus oblongus, Atractocarpus obscurinervius, Atractocarpus pentagonioides, Atractocarpus platixylon, Atractocarpus pterocarpon, Atractocarpus rotundifolius, Atractocarpus sessilis, Atractocarpus simulans, Atractocarpus stipularis, Atractocarpus tahitiensis, Atractocarpus tenuiflorus, Atractocarpus vaginatus, Atractocarpus versteegii, Atractocarpus colnettianus, Atractocarpus mollis, Atractocarpus ngoyensis, Atractocarpus brandzeanus, Atractocarpus nigricans, Atractocarpus pancherianus, Atractocarpus pseudoterminalis, Atractocarpus artensis, Atractocarpus sezitat, Atractocarpus baladicus, Atractocarpus confertus, Atractocarpus deplanchei,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17732: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Christopher Francis Puttock (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Puttock' in the authors string.