Hoffmannia lindenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lindenii
ID:
627223
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kuntze) A.P.Davis
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 157: 121 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626555
Common Names
- Hoffmannia lindenii
- Linden's Hoffmannia
- Linden Hoffmannia
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- Xerococcus lindenii Kuntze [valid]
Description
Hoffmannia lindenii (also called Hoffmann's Hoffmannia, among many other common names) is a perennial, evergreen shrub with leathery, ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to tropical regions of South and Central America and is found in wet forests and along rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Hoffmannia lindenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hoffmannia lindenii has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long stems with alternate, lance-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hoffmannia lindenii is a perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are 10-15 cm tall. The plants prefer full sun and well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied in spring and summer.
Where to Find Hoffmannia lindenii
Hoffmannia lindenii is native to tropical Africa.
Hoffmannia lindenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hoffmannia lindenii?
Hoffmannia lindenii
What is the common name of Hoffmannia lindenii?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Hoffmannia lindenii?
Tropical rainforest
Species in the Hoffmannia genus
Hoffmannia guerrerensis, Hoffmannia oaxacensis, Hoffmannia lindenii, Hoffmannia stephaniae, Hoffmannia hidalgensis, Hoffmannia silviarum, Hoffmannia aggregata, Hoffmannia amplexifolia, Hoffmannia apodantha, Hoffmannia arborescens, Hoffmannia areolata, Hoffmannia aroensis, Hoffmannia asclepiadea, Hoffmannia asperula, Hoffmannia australis, Hoffmannia bernardii, Hoffmannia bullata, Hoffmannia caripensis, Hoffmannia cauliflora, Hoffmannia cercidifolia, Hoffmannia congesta, Hoffmannia conzattii, Hoffmannia coronata, Hoffmannia cryptoneura, Hoffmannia cuneatissima, Hoffmannia davidsoniae, Hoffmannia dichroantha, Hoffmannia discolor, Hoffmannia dotae, Hoffmannia duckei, Hoffmannia dwyeri, Hoffmannia ecuatoriana, Hoffmannia excelsa, Hoffmannia fortunensis, Hoffmannia gentryi, Hoffmannia gesnerioides, Hoffmannia ghiesbreghtii, Hoffmannia glabra, Hoffmannia hammelii, Hoffmannia hondurensis, Hoffmannia huehueteca, Hoffmannia inamoena, Hoffmannia ixtlanensis, Hoffmannia josefina, Hoffmannia killipii, Hoffmannia kirkbridei, Hoffmannia larensis, Hoffmannia latifolia, Hoffmannia laxa, Hoffmannia liesneriana,
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-274343: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Aaron Paul Davis (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Davis' in the authors string.