Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
timoranum
ID:
216792

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Span.) Miq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. 2: 153 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216121

Common Names

  • Hymenodictyon timoranum
  • Timoranum Hymenodictyon
  • Timoranum Hymenodictyon

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Synonyms

  • Hymenodictyon timoriense Klotzsch ex Walp. [invalid]
  • Cinchona timorana Span. [valid]
  • Cinchona timorensis Walp. [valid]

Description

Hymenodictyon timoranum (also called Timor 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 timoranum 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

Hymenodictyon timoranum has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenodictyon timoranum 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 timoranum

Hymenodictyon timoranum is native to India and can be found in tropical forests.

Hymenodictyon timoranum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenodictyon timoranum?

Hymenodictyon timoranum

What is the common name of Hymenodictyon timoranum?

Timor Hymenodictyon

What is the family of Hymenodictyon timoranum?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-101258: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Johan Baptist Spanoghe (1796-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Span.' in the authors string.