Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
splendens
ID:
325996

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boerl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Handl. Fl. Ned. Ind. 2(1): 132 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000325328

Common Names

  • Splendid Timonius
  • Timonius splendens
  • Glorious Timonius

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Synonyms

  • Polyphragmon splendens Miq. [valid]

Description

Timonius splendens (also called Splendente, 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 splendens 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 splendens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Timonius splendens 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 splendens

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

Timonius splendens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Timonius splendens?

Timonius splendens

What is the family of Timonius splendens?

Rubiaceae

Where is Timonius splendens found?

Timonius splendens is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

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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