Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kamputensis
ID:
336873

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pit.) Wangwasit & Chantar.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 30: 69 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336205

Common Names

  • Hedyotis kamputensis
  • Kamputensis Hedyotis
  • Kamputensis Hedyotis

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Synonyms

  • Oldenlandia kamputensis Pit. [valid]

Description

Hedyotis kamputensis (also called Kamput Hedyotis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hedyotis kamputensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedyotis kamputensis has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black, and oval in shape. Its seedlings have dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedyotis kamputensis is a small, evergreen, succulent shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 feet) tall. It can be propagated by cuttings or by dividing the root ball. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The root ball can be divided in spring or fall and replanted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Hedyotis kamputensis

Hedyotis kamputensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Malaysia.

Hedyotis kamputensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedyotis kamputensis?

Hedyotis kamputensis

What is the common name of Hedyotis kamputensis?

Kamput Hedyotis

What is the natural habitat of Hedyotis kamputensis?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Hedyotis genus

Hedyotis bahaii, Hedyotis wangii, Hedyotis yazhouensis, Hedyotis shenzhenensis, Hedyotis nairii, Hedyotis cheniana, Hedyotis wuzhishanensis, Hedyotis kottangathattiensis, Hedyotis xinyiensis, Hedyotis acutangula, Hedyotis aimiriikensis, Hedyotis albonerva, Hedyotis articularis, Hedyotis atropurpurea, Hedyotis bambusetorum, Hedyotis baotingensis, Hedyotis barberi, Hedyotis beddomei, Hedyotis benguetensis, Hedyotis bourdillonii, Hedyotis brachyantha, Hedyotis bracteosa, Hedyotis buxifolia, Hedyotis cagayanensis, Hedyotis camarinensis, Hedyotis cantoniensis, Hedyotis cardiophylla, Hedyotis catanduanensis, Hedyotis cathayana, Hedyotis caudata, Hedyotis caudatifolia, Hedyotis cinereoviridis, Hedyotis communis, Hedyotis coprosmoides, Hedyotis cornifolia, Hedyotis cryptantha, Hedyotis cushingiae, Hedyotis cyanantha, Hedyotis cyanescens, Hedyotis decora, Hedyotis dendroides, Hedyotis devicolamensis, Hedyotis diffusissima, Hedyotis divaricata, Hedyotis edanoii, Hedyotis effusa, Hedyotis equisetiformis, Hedyotis eualata, Hedyotis eucapitata, Hedyotis evenia,

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-216571: Based on the initial data import
Charles-Joseph Marie Pitard-Briau (1873-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pit.' in the authors string.
Khanit Wangwasit: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wangwasit' in the authors string.
Pranom Chantaranothai (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chantar.' in the authors string.