Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 10: 116 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000325294
Common Names
- Five-flowered Timonius
- Timonius quinqueflorus
- Five-petal Timonius
Description
Timonius quinqueflorus (also called Quinquefloro, 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 quinqueflorus 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 quinqueflorus 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 quinqueflorus 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 quinqueflorus
Timonius quinqueflorus is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Timonius quinqueflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Timonius quinqueflorus?
Timonius quinqueflorus
What type of plant is Timonius quinqueflorus?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Timonius quinqueflorus 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,