Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
frutescens
ID:
217004

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 1007 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216333

Common Names

  • Hypobathrum frutescens
  • Shrubby Bath Orchid
  • Shrubby Bath

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Synonyms

  • Petunga glomerata DC. [valid]
  • Higginsia glomerata Blume [valid]

Description

Hypobathrum frutescens (also called Frutescent Hypobathrum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Western Australia. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of 1-2m. Its foliage is a deep green colour and its flowers are white or cream. It is found in heathland and dry sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hypobathrum frutescens is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and malaria. It is also used as a source of food, timber, and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hypobathrum frutescens are white to pale pink and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypobathrum frutescens is a slow-growing orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers a warm, humid position and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune regularly to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Hypobathrum frutescens

Hypobathrum frutescens is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.

Hypobathrum frutescens FAQ

What are the common names of Hypobathrum frutescens?

None

Where is Hypobathrum frutescens native to?

Madagascar

What is the growth rate of Hypobathrum frutescens?

Slow

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