Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
longifolium
ID:
217011

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) K.M.Wong

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Tree Fl. Malaya 4: 354 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216340

Common Names

  • Hypobathrum longifolium
  • Long-Leaved Bath Orchid
  • Long-Leaved Bath

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Synonyms

  • Lasianthus subspicatus King & Gamble [valid]
  • Litosanthes subspicatus (King & Gamble) Deb & M.Gangop. [valid]
  • Petunga longifolia DC. [valid]
  • Higginsia longifolia Blume ex DC. [invalid]

Description

Hypobathrum longifolium (also called Long-Leaved Hypobathrum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Western Australia. It has an upright 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 longifolium 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 longifolium 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 longifolium 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 longifolium

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

Hypobathrum longifolium FAQ

What are the common names of Hypobathrum longifolium?

None

Where is Hypobathrum longifolium native to?

Madagascar

What is the growth rate of Hypobathrum longifolium?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-101468: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Khoon Meng Wong (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Wong' in the authors string.