Status:
valid
Authors:
Valeton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 61: 48 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000325259
Common Names
- Timonius oblanceolatus
- Oblanceolate Timonius
- Oblanceolate Timonius Plant
Description
Timonius oblanceolatus (also called Oblanceolate Timonius, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to New Guinea and the Moluccas. It typically grows in lowland rainforests, but can also be found in montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Timonius oblanceolatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Timonius oblanceolatus is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Timonius oblanceolatus can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist medium. Both methods require a warm, humid environment and bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Timonius oblanceolatus
Timonius oblanceolatus is found in New Guinea.
Timonius oblanceolatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Timonius oblanceolatus?
Timonius oblanceolatus
What is the family of Timonius oblanceolatus?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Timonius oblanceolatus?
Oblanceolate Timonius
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,