Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caudatifolius
ID:
325819

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 5: 1898 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000325151

Common Names

  • Caudatifolius Timonius
  • Timonius of the Caudatifolius
  • Caudatifolius Timonius

Searching for Timonius caudatifolius? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Timonius caudatifolius (also called 'Caudate-leaved Timonius', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to the Philippines and is found in lowland forests and thickets. It has large, leathery leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Timonius caudatifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Timonius caudatifolius has yellow, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

Searching for Timonius caudatifolius? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Timonius caudatifolius can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Timonius caudatifolius

Timonius caudatifolius can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Timonius caudatifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Timonius caudatifolius?

Timonius caudatifolius

Where is Timonius caudatifolius found?

Timonius caudatifolius is found in New Guinea.

What is the growth habit of Timonius caudatifolius?

Timonius caudatifolius is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m in height.

Species in the Timonius genus

Timonius affinis, Timonius albus, Timonius amboinicus, Timonius amungwiwanensis, Timonius appendiculatus, Timonius arboreus, Timonius argenteus, Timonius auriculatus, Timonius avenis, Timonius balansanus, Timonius belensis, Timonius billitonensis, Timonius bismarckensis, Timonius bogoriensis, Timonius borneensis, Timonius bougainvillensis, Timonius bracteatus, Timonius branderhorstii, Timonius carstensensis, Timonius caudatifolius, Timonius caudatus, Timonius celebicus, Timonius clementis, Timonius confertiflorus, Timonius corneri, Timonius corymbosus, Timonius cryptophlebus, Timonius cuneatus, Timonius decipiens, Timonius densiflorus, Timonius diffusus, Timonius dolichophyllus, Timonius elegans, Timonius enderianus, Timonius epiphyticus, Timonius esherianus, Timonius eximius, Timonius ferrugineus, Timonius filipes, Timonius finlaysonianus, Timonius flavescens, Timonius fuscus, Timonius gammillii, Timonius glabrior, Timonius gracilipes, Timonius grandifolius, Timonius hentyi, Timonius heptamerus, Timonius hirsutus, Timonius hydrangeifolius,

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