Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
petiolatum
ID:
216519

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Malesia 2: 124 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215848

Common Names

  • Hydnophytum petiolatum
  • Petiole Ant Plant
  • Ant Plant

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Description

Hydnophytum petiolatum (also called Petiolate Ant Plant, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic plant native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It is a small, shrubby plant with thick, succulent stems and glossy, petiolate leaves. It grows in tropical rainforests, often on the branches of trees.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hydnophytum petiolatum var. petiolatum
Hydnophytum petiolatum var. nigrescens (Merr. & L.M.Perry) Jebb & C.R.Huxley
Hydnophytum petiolatum var. lacum Jebb & C.R.Huxley
Hydnophytum petiolatum var. argentatum Jebb & C.R.Huxley
Hydnophytum petiolatum var. ledermannii (Valeton) Jebb & C.R.Huxley
Hydnophytum petiolatum var. contortum (Merr. & L.M.Perry) Jebb & C.R.Huxley
Hydnophytum petiolatum var. auridemens Jebb & C.R.Huxley

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hydnophytum petiolatum has white flowers with yellow centers, small black seeds and seedlings that are green and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydnophytum petiolatum is a tropical epiphyte, which can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in a well-draining soil mix, and requires bright, indirect light. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Hydnophytum petiolatum

Hydnophytum petiolatum is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as along riverbanks and in lowland forests.

Hydnophytum petiolatum FAQ

What is the common name of Hydnophytum petiolatum?

Petiolate Hydnophytum

What is the natural habitat of Hydnophytum petiolatum?

It is found in tropical rainforests in New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.

What is the size of Hydnophytum petiolatum?

It is a small epiphytic plant with stems up to 10 cm long.

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,