Hymenodictyon orixense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orixense
ID:
216778
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Roxb.) Mabb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Taxon 31: 66 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216107
Common Names
- Hymenodictyon orixense
- Orixense Hymenodictyon
- Orixense Hymenodictyon
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- Hymenodictyon excelsum Wall. [valid]
- Hymenodictyon rheedei (Roem. & Schult.) M.R.Almeida & S.M.Almeida [valid]
- Hymenodictyon thyrsiflorum Wall. [valid]
- Hymenodictyon utile Wight [valid]
- Benteka rheedei Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
- Hymenodictyon excelsum subglabrum Pierre ex Pit. [valid]
- Hymenodictyon excelsum canescens Pierre ex Pit. [valid]
- Hymenodictyon excelsum velutinum Pierre ex Pit. [valid]
- Cinchona excelsa Roxb. [valid]
- Cinchona orixensis Roxb. [valid]
- Cinchona thyrsiflora Roxb. [invalid]
- Exostema philippicum Roem. & Schult. [valid]
- Hymenodictyon excelsum (Roxb.) DC. [deprecated]
- Benteca rheedei Roem. & Schult. [valid]
Description
Hymenodictyon orixense (also called Orix Ant Plant, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Thailand and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenodictyon orixense 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 orixense is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenodictyon orixense is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being placed in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until roots form.
Where to Find Hymenodictyon orixense
Hymenodictyon orixense can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Hymenodictyon orixense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenodictyon orixense?
Hymenodictyon orixense
What type of plant is Hymenodictyon orixense?
It is a shrub or small tree.
Where is Hymenodictyon orixense 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-101244: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
David Mabberley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mabb.' in the authors string.