Hymenodictyon pachyantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pachyantha
ID:
216779
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Krause
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 57: 26 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216108
Common Names
- Hymenodictyon pachyantha
- Pachyantha Hymenodictyon
- Pachyantha Hymenodictyon
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- Hymenodictyon floribundum ziamaeanum Jacq.-Fél. [valid]
- Hymenodictyon gobiense Aubrév. & Pellegr. [valid]
Description
Hymenodictyon pachyantha (also called Pachyantha 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 pachyantha 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 pachyantha 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 pachyantha 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 pachyantha
Hymenodictyon pachyantha is native to India and can be found in tropical forests.
Hymenodictyon pachyantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenodictyon pachyantha?
Hymenodictyon pachyantha
What type of plant is Hymenodictyon pachyantha?
It is a shrub or small tree.
Where is Hymenodictyon pachyantha 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-101246: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.