Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
decaryi
ID:
216757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Homolle

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 8: 26 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216086

Common Names

  • Hymenodictyon decaryi
  • Decary's Hymenodictyon
  • Hymenodictyon Decaryi

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Description

Hymenodictyon decaryi (also called Decary's Hymenodictyon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia. It grows in lowland rainforest, montane rainforest, and dry deciduous forest.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenodictyon decaryi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenodictyon decaryi is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenodictyon decaryi is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Division of the rhizomes can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Hymenodictyon decaryi

Hymenodictyon decaryi can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Hymenodictyon decaryi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenodictyon decaryi?

Hymenodictyon decaryi

What is the common name of Hymenodictyon decaryi?

Decary's Hymenodictyon

What is the family of Hymenodictyon decaryi?

Rubiaceae

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,

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