Hornschuchia obliqua - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obliqua
ID:
725427
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maas & Setten
Source:
cmp
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Proc. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch. C 91: 260 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724760
Common Names
- Hornschuchia obliqua
- Keruing Bintangor Jantung Merah Merah
- White Lauan
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hornschuchia obliqua (also called Hornschuchia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Hornschuchia obliqua 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
Hornschuchia obliqua has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hornschuchia obliqua is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is a fast-growing species and can reach maturity in about 3 years. Propagation is usually done by cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Hornschuchia obliqua
Hornschuchia obliqua is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Hornschuchia obliqua FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hornschuchia obliqua?
Hornschuchia obliqua
What is the common name of Hornschuchia obliqua?
Oblique hornschuchia
Where is Hornschuchia obliqua native to?
South America
Species in the Hornschuchia genus
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
Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.
A.K.van Setten: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Setten' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:278279-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.