Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
hydrophylacea
ID:
309320

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.F.Gaertn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Carp. 91, t. 196, fig. 2. 1806 [May 1806]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000308652

Common Names

  • Scyphiphora hydrophylacea
  • Hydrophylacea Skullcap
  • Hydrophylacea Hedge Skullcap

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Synonyms

  • Hydnophytum costatum Drake [valid]
  • Ixora manila Blanco [valid]
  • Scyphiphora malayana Bedd. [valid]
  • Epithinia malayana Jack [valid]

Description

Scyphiphora hydrophylacea (also called Water-loving Scyphiphora, among many other common names) is a shrub of the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in moist shady places, such as forests, hillsides, and valleys. It has a short stem and small, white flowers with four petals.

Uses & Benefits

Scyphiphora hydrophylacea is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scyphiphora hydrophylacea is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scyphiphora hydrophylacea is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Scyphiphora hydrophylacea

Scyphiphora hydrophylacea is native to the Amazon region of Brazil and can be found in the wild in the mountainous regions of the region.

Scyphiphora hydrophylacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scyphiphora hydrophylacea?

Scyphiphora hydrophylacea

What is the natural habitat of Scyphiphora hydrophylacea?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flower color of Scyphiphora hydrophylacea?

White

Species in the Scyphiphora genus

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