Hydnophytum ferrugineum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferrugineum
ID:
336885
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.I.Forst.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 6: 103 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336217
Common Names
- Hydnophytum ferrugineum
- Ferrugineum Hydnophytum
- Ferruginous Hydnophytum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hydnophytum ferrugineum (also called Rusty Hydnophytum, 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
Hydnophytum ferrugineum 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
Hydnophytum ferrugineum has small, yellow, 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hydnophytum ferrugineum is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is tolerant of salt spray. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Hydnophytum ferrugineum
Hydnophytum ferrugineum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Malaysia.
Hydnophytum ferrugineum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydnophytum ferrugineum?
Hydnophytum ferrugineum
What is the family of Hydnophytum ferrugineum?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Hydnophytum ferrugineum?
Rusty Hydnophytum
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
Paul Irwin Forster (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.I.Forst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20003002-1: Based on the initial data import