Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
puffii
ID:
1332553

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.W.Low, Sugau & K.M.Wong

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Pl. Ecol. Evol. 149: 125 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345007

Common Names

  • Hydnophytum puffii
  • Puffii Hydnophytum
  • Hydnophytum Puffii

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Uses & Benefits

Hydnophytum puffii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hydnophytum puffii is yellowish-green with a white lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are slender and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydnophytum puffii is an epiphytic plant that is native to New Guinea. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. The rhizome should be divided in the spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. The seed should be sown on a well-drained, humus-rich soil and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Hydnophytum puffii

Hydnophytum puffii can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Hydnophytum puffii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydnophytum puffii?

Hydnophytum puffii

What is the family of Hydnophytum puffii?

Rubiaceae

Where is Hydnophytum puffii native to?

Indonesia

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

Khoon Meng Wong (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Wong' in the authors string.
John B. Sugau: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sugau' in the authors string.
Yee Wen Low (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.W.Low' in the authors string.