Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
caudifolium
ID:
336890

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mulyan. & Ridsdale

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 12: 102 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336222

Common Names

  • Hypobathrum caudifolium
  • Caudifolium Hypobathrum
  • Tailed-leaved Hypobathrum

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Description

Hypobathrum caudifolium (also called Caudate-leaved Hypobathrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hypobathrum caudifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat wounds and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypobathrum caudifolium has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black, and oval in shape. Its seedlings have dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypobathrum caudifolium is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is tolerant of salt spray. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Hypobathrum caudifolium

Hypobathrum caudifolium can be found in the tropical rainforests of Thailand.

Hypobathrum caudifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypobathrum caudifolium?

Hypobathrum caudifolium

What is the family of Hypobathrum caudifolium?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Hypobathrum caudifolium?

Tailed Hypobathrum

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-216589: Based on the initial data import
Colin Ernest Ridsdale (1944-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridsdale' in the authors string.
Tri Mulyaningsih: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mulyan.' in the authors string.