Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schefferi
ID:
325979

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valeton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 26: 49 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000325311

Common Names

  • Scheffer's Timonius
  • Timonius schefferi
  • Scheffer Timonius

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Synonyms

  • Polyphragmon stipulosum Scheffer ex Valeton [valid]

Description

Timonius schefferi (also called Schefferi, 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 schefferi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make medicines for treating fever, colds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Timonius schefferi 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Timonius schefferi is a small evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Timonius schefferi

Timonius schefferi is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Timonius schefferi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Timonius schefferi?

Timonius schefferi

What type of plant is Timonius schefferi?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Timonius schefferi 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,

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