Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
racemosum
ID:
217019

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Kurz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Prelim. Rep. Forest Pegu , App. B: 59 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216348

Common Names

  • Hypobathrum racemosum
  • Racemose Bath Orchid
  • Racemose Bath

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Synonyms

  • Petunga floribunda Ridl. [valid]
  • Petunga racemosa K.Schum. [valid]
  • Petunga roxburghii DC. [illegitimate]
  • Petunga variabilis Hassk. [valid]
  • Randia polysperma Roxb. [valid]
  • Randia racemosa Roxb. [valid]
  • Spicillaria leschenaultii A.Rich. [valid]
  • Petunga racemosa pedicellata Craib [valid]
  • Petunga roxburghii floribunda King [valid]

Description

Hypobathrum racemosum (also called Racemose 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 racemosum has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hypobathrum racemosum 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 racemosum can be propagated by seeds or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division of rhizomes should be done in spring or early summer. The plant should be divided into small clumps and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Hypobathrum racemosum

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

Hypobathrum racemosum FAQ

What are the common names of Hypobathrum racemosum?

None

Where is Hypobathrum racemosum native to?

Madagascar

What is the growth rate of Hypobathrum racemosum?

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