Status:
valid
Authors:
Valeton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 26: 48 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000325218
Common Names
- Timonius lasianthoides
- Lasianthoides Timonius
- Lasianthoid Timonius
Description
Timonius lasianthoides (also called Lasianthoid Timonius, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Timonius lasianthoides is a popular ornamental plant that is used in landscaping and gardens. It has attractive foliage and produces small white flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Timonius lasianthoides is yellow in color, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green, with long, narrow leaves and a white, hairy coating.
Cultivation and Propagation
Timonius lasianthoides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and a temperature of at least 65°F (18°C).
Where to Find Timonius lasianthoides
Timonius lasianthoides can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Timonius lasianthoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Timonius lasianthoides?
Timonius lasianthoides
What is the common name of Timonius lasianthoides?
Lasianthoid Timonius
What is the natural habitat of Timonius lasianthoides?
Timonius lasianthoides is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Southeast Asia
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,