Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hedyotoidea
ID:
221787

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Puff & Robbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 110: 548 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221116

Common Names

  • Knoxia hedyotoidea
  • Hedyotoidea knoxia
  • Hedyotoidea tree

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Synonyms

  • Neobaumannia hedyotoidea (K.Schum.) Hutch. & Dalziel [valid]
  • Baumannia hedyotoidea K.Schum. [valid]
  • Neobaumannia hedyotoidea longipila Brenan [valid]

Description

Knoxia hedyotoidea (also called Indian Knoxia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to India, and is found in dry deciduous forests. It has small, white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Knoxia hedyotoidea is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and homes. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. The plant is known for its bright, glossy foliage and long-lasting blooms.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Knoxia hedyotoidea has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single, yellow-green seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knoxia hedyotoidea is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 3 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Knoxia hedyotoidea

Knoxia hedyotoidea is native to tropical and subtropical forests in India and Southeast Asia.

Knoxia hedyotoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Knoxia hedyotoidea?

Knoxia hedyotoidea

What is the common name of Knoxia hedyotoidea?

Hedyotoidea knoxia

What is the natural habitat of Knoxia hedyotoidea?

Tropical rainforests in India

Species in the Rubiaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-106090: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Elmar Robbrecht (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbr.' in the authors string.
Christian Puff (1949-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Puff' in the authors string.