Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uniflorus
ID:
627220

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.F.Gaertn.) Govaerts

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 157: 120 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626552

Common Names

  • Timonius uniflorus
  • Uniflorus Timonius
  • Uniflorus Timonius

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Synonyms

  • Polyphragmon minus A.Rich. ex DC. [illegitimate]
  • Timonius forsteri DC. [illegitimate]
  • Timonius polygamus B.L.Rob. [illegitimate]
  • Bobea forsteri Korth. [illegitimate]
  • Bobea gaertneri Korth. [illegitimate]
  • Erithalis cymosa G.Forst. ex Spreng. [valid]
  • Burneya forsteri Cham. & Schltdl. [illegitimate]
  • Erithalis polygama G.Forst. [valid]
  • Erithalis uniflora Banks ex C.F.Gaertn. [valid]
  • Erithalis polygama G.Forster [deprecated]

Description

Timonius uniflorus (also called Timonius, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a height of up to 10 meters. It is native to the Philippines and grows in lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Timonius uniflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Timonius uniflorus has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long stems with alternate, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Timonius uniflorus is a perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are 10-15 cm tall. The plants prefer full sun and well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied in spring and summer.

Where to Find Timonius uniflorus

Timonius uniflorus is native to tropical Africa.

Timonius uniflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Timonius uniflorus?

Timonius uniflorus

What is the common name of Timonius uniflorus?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Timonius uniflorus?

Tropical rainforest

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-274342: Based on the initial data import
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Karl Friedrich von Gaertner (1772-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Gaertn.' in the authors string.