Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cavaco) Razafim., Lantz & B.Bremer
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Novon 17: 518 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836524
Common Names
- Peponidium humbertianum
- Humbertianum Peponidium
- Humbertianum Peponidium
Description
Peponidium humbertianum (also called Humbertianum Peponidium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 10 m tall. Its leaves are simple, opposite, oblong-elliptic, and measure up to 10 cm long. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests, secondary forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Peponidium humbertianum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Peponidium humbertianum flower is a small, white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a white stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peponidium humbertianum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Peponidium humbertianum
Peponidium humbertianum can be found in Madagascar.
Peponidium humbertianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peponidium humbertianum?
Peponidium humbertianum
What is the natural habitat of Peponidium humbertianum?
It is found in the tropical rainforest of Madagascar
What is the flowering period of Peponidium humbertianum?
It flowers from April to June
Species in the Peponidium genus
Peponidium calcaratum,
Peponidium capuronii,
Peponidium cuspidatum,
Peponidium flavum,
Peponidium homolleae,
Peponidium horridum,
Peponidium humbertii,
Peponidium ihosyense,
Peponidium lanceolatifolium,
Peponidium madagascariense,
Peponidium occidentale,
Peponidium orientale,
Peponidium pallens,
Peponidium pallidum,
Peponidium parvifolium,
Peponidium perrieri,
Peponidium pervilleanoides,
Peponidium pervilleanum,
Peponidium tsaratananense,
Peponidium velutinum,
Peponidium crassifolium,
Peponidium marojejyense,
Peponidium latiflorum,
Peponidium humbertianum,
Peponidium decaryi,
Peponidium sakalavense,
Peponidium sahafaryense,
Peponidium buxifolium,
Peponidium bosseri,
Peponidium boinense,
Peponidium blepharodon,
Peponidium arenesianum,
Peponidium anoveanum,
Peponidium cystiporon,
Peponidium ankaranense,
Peponidium viguieri,
Peponidium venulosum,
Peponidium tamatavense,
Peponidium subevenium,
Peponidium alleizettei,
Peponidium ovato-oblongum,
Peponidium densiflorum,
Peponidium micranthum,
Peponidium boivinianum,
Peponidium homolleanum,
Peponidium bakerianum,
Peponidium carinatum,
Peponidium celastroides,
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
Henrik Lantz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lantz' in the authors string.