Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
maritima
ID:
216611

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 126 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215940

Common Names

  • Hydrophylax maritima
  • Maritima Ant Plant
  • Maritime Ant Plant

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Synonyms

  • Sarissus anceps Gaertn. [valid]
  • Diodia orientalis J.Koenig ex Roxb. [valid]

Description

Hydrophylax maritima (also called Maritime Hydrophylax, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to the Solomon Islands. It grows in lowland tropical rainforests and is a common understory plant.

Uses & Benefits

Hydrophylax maritima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hydrophylax maritima is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped seedlings with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydrophylax maritima is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated by cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray, and can be grown in a wide range of climates.

Where to Find Hydrophylax maritima

Hydrophylax maritima can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

Hydrophylax maritima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydrophylax maritima?

Hydrophylax maritima

What is the common name of Hydrophylax maritima?

Maritima Palm

What are the characteristics of Hydrophylax maritima?

Hydrophylax maritima is a small to medium-sized, single-stemmed palm with a slender trunk and a crown of up to 10 leaves.

Species in the Hydrophylax genus

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