Status:
valid
Authors:
Greuter, Gerstb. & Egli
Source:
ksu
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 19: 391 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724984
Common Names
- Dolinicola Horstrissea
- Dolinicola Ironwood
- Dolinicola Olivewood
Description
Horstrissea dolinicola (also called Dolin's Horstrissea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense crown and a greyish-brown bark. It is native to Madagascar. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, moist montane forests, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Horstrissea dolinicola is used as a timber tree for construction and furniture making. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Horstrissea dolinicola is a small, yellow-green, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, hard seed. The seedling is a small, green, leafy plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Horstrissea dolinicola is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Horstrissea dolinicola
Horstrissea dolinicola is native to the island of New Guinea.
Horstrissea dolinicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Horstrissea dolinicola?
Horstrissea dolinicola
What is the natural habitat of Horstrissea dolinicola?
Tropical rainforest
What are the common names of Horstrissea dolinicola?
Mountain ebony, black ebony, and false ebony
Species in the Horstrissea genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,