Timonius elegans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.P.Darwin
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 22: 93 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000325170
Common Names
- Elegans Timonius
- Timonius of the Elegans
- Elegans Timonius
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Timonius elegans (also called 'Elegant 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 elegans 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 elegans has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Timonius elegans 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 elegans
Timonius elegans is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China.
Timonius elegans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Timonius elegans?
Timonius elegans
Where is Timonius elegans found?
Timonius elegans is found in New Guinea.
What is the growth habit of Timonius elegans?
Timonius elegans 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-205862: Based on the initial data import
Steven P. Darwin (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.P.Darwin' in the authors string.