Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
caminiferum
ID:
1326407

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wistuba, U.Zimm., Gronem. & Marwinski

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Taublatt 78(1): 45 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338861

Common Names

  • Caminiferum Hydnophytum
  • Caminiferum Ant Plant
  • Caminiferum Hydnophytum Formicarum

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Description

Hydnophytum caminiferum (also called 'Climbing Ant Plant', among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, white flowers and small, oval leaves. It grows on trees and other plants in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Hydnophytum caminiferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hydnophytum caminiferum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydnophytum caminiferum is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Hydnophytum caminiferum

Hydnophytum caminiferum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Hydnophytum caminiferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydnophytum caminiferum?

Hydnophytum caminiferum

What is the common name of Hydnophytum caminiferum?

Caminiferous Hydnophytum

What is the natural habitat of Hydnophytum caminiferum?

Hydnophytum caminiferum is native to Ecuador

Species in the Hydnophytum genus

Hydnophytum albertisii, Hydnophytum alboviride, Hydnophytum angustifolium, Hydnophytum archboldianum, Hydnophytum borneanum, Hydnophytum bracteatum, Hydnophytum buxifolium, Hydnophytum confertifolium, Hydnophytum cordifolium, Hydnophytum decipiens, Hydnophytum ellipticum, Hydnophytum formicarum, Hydnophytum grandiflorum, Hydnophytum grandifolium, Hydnophytum hellwigii, Hydnophytum heterophyllum, Hydnophytum lanceolatum, Hydnophytum lauterbachii, Hydnophytum linearifolium, Hydnophytum longiflorum, Hydnophytum lucidulum, Hydnophytum magnifolium, Hydnophytum microphyllum, Hydnophytum moseleyanum, Hydnophytum myrtifolium, Hydnophytum ovatum, Hydnophytum petiolatum, Hydnophytum radicans, Hydnophytum ramispinum, Hydnophytum spathulatum, Hydnophytum stenophyllum, Hydnophytum subsessile, Hydnophytum tetrapterum, Hydnophytum tortuosum, Hydnophytum virgatum, Hydnophytum vitis-idaea, Hydnophytum zippelianum, Hydnophytum ferrugineum, Hydnophytum caminiferum, Hydnophytum puffii, Hydnophytum hailans, Hydnophytum reevii, Hydnophytum magnirubrum, Hydnophytum dentrecastense, Hydnophytum trichomanes, Hydnophytum multituberosum, Hydnophytum dauloense, Hydnophytum mayuense, Hydnophytum pauper, Hydnophytum morotaiense,

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

Andreas Wistuba (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wistuba' in the authors string.
Thomas Gronemeyer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gronem.' in the authors string.
David Marwinski: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marwinski' in the authors string.
Urs Zimmermann: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'U.Zimm.' in the authors string.