Hymenodictyon flaccidum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flaccidum
ID:
216762
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1824
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. (Carey & Wallich ed.) 2: 152. 1824
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216091
Common Names
- Hymenodictyon flaccidum
- Flaccidum Hymenodictyon
- Flaccidum Hymenodictyon
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- Cinchona flaccida Spreng. [valid]
Description
Hymenodictyon flaccidum (also called the limp hymenodictyon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenodictyon flaccidum 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 flaccidum is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.
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Hymenodictyon flaccidum 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 flaccidum
Hymenodictyon flaccidum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Hymenodictyon flaccidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenodictyon flaccidum?
Hymenodictyon flaccidum
What type of plant is Hymenodictyon flaccidum?
It is a shrub or small tree.
Where is Hymenodictyon flaccidum found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Species in the Hymenodictyon genus
Hymenodictyon berivotrense, Hymenodictyon biafranum, Hymenodictyon decaryi, Hymenodictyon embergeri, Hymenodictyon flaccidum, Hymenodictyon floribundum, Hymenodictyon horsfieldii, Hymenodictyon leandrii, Hymenodictyon louhavate, Hymenodictyon obovatum, Hymenodictyon occidentale, Hymenodictyon orixense, Hymenodictyon pachyantha, Hymenodictyon parvifolium, Hymenodictyon perieri, Hymenodictyon septentrionale, Hymenodictyon seyrigii, Hymenodictyon timoranum, Hymenodictyon antakaranensis, Hymenodictyon epiphyticum, Hymenodictyon glabrum, Hymenodictyon madagascaricum, Hymenodictyon tsingy, Hymenodictyon fimbriolatum, Hymenodictyon scabrum, Hymenodictyon kaokoensis, Hymenodictyon austroafricanum,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-101228: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.