Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
linearifolium
ID:
216493

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valeton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 61: 135 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215822

Common Names

  • Hydnophytum linearifolium
  • Linear-Leaf Ant Plant
  • Ant Plant

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Synonyms

  • Hydnophytum dolichophyllum Valeton [valid]
  • Hydnophytum linearifolium pedunculatum Valeton [valid]

Description

Hydnophytum linearifolium (also called Ant Plant, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia and Australia. It typically grows on the branches of trees and shrubs in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hydnophytum linearifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hydnophytum linearifolium has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydnophytum linearifolium is a tropical epiphytic plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings, which should be taken from the stem tips. The cuttings should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every two to three months. The plants can also be grown in a terrarium or in hanging baskets.

Where to Find Hydnophytum linearifolium

Hydnophytum linearifolium is native to New Guinea and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Hydnophytum linearifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydnophytum linearifolium?

Hydnophytum linearifolium

What is the common name of Hydnophytum linearifolium?

Linearifolium Ant Plant

Where is Hydnophytum linearifolium native to?

New Guinea

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,