Hydnophytum tetrapterum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tetrapterum
ID:
216538
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
Malesia 2: 126 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215867
Common Names
- Hydnophytum tetrapterum
- Finger Leaf Ant Plant
- Finger Ant Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hydnophytum tetrapterum (also called Four-Winged Ant Plant, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It grows on trees in tropical and subtropical forests, typically in areas with high humidity and rainfall.
Uses & Benefits
Hydnophytum tetrapterum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hydnophytum tetrapterum has white flowers with yellow centers, small black seeds and seedlings that are green and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hydnophytum tetrapterum 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 tetrapterum
Hydnophytum tetrapterum 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 tetrapterum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hydnophytum tetrapterum?
Hydnophytum tetrapterum
What is the natural habitat of Hydnophytum tetrapterum?
It is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
What are the common names of Hydnophytum tetrapterum?
It is commonly known as Tetrapterum Ant Plant.
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
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:753510-1: Based on the initial data import