Status:
valid
Authors:
Elmer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 4: 1360 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000325290
Common Names
- Timonius pulgarensis
- Pulgar Timonius
- Pulgar Timonius Plant
Description
Timonius pulgarensis (also called Pulgarense, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as evergreen and semi-evergreen forests.
Uses & Benefits
Timonius pulgarensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Timonius pulgarensis is white or yellowish-white in color, with a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Timonius pulgarensis 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 rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers a sunny location and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Timonius pulgarensis
Timonius pulgarensis is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Timonius pulgarensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Timonius pulgarensis?
Timonius pulgarensis
What type of plant is Timonius pulgarensis?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Timonius pulgarensis found?
It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
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,