Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
alba
ID:
725416

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.St.-Hil.) R.E.Fr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 10: 137 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724749



Common Names

  • Hornschuchia alba
  • Keruing Bintangor Merah Putih
  • White Resak


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Description

Hornschuchia alba (also called White Hornschuchia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Hornschuchia alba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties. It is also used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hornschuchia alba is white, and is bell-shaped. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hornschuchia alba is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Hornschuchia alba

Hornschuchia alba is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Hornschuchia alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hornschuchia alba?

Hornschuchia alba

What is the common name of Hornschuchia alba?

White hornschuchia

Where is Hornschuchia alba native to?

South America

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:124083-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.