Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
densum
ID:
1255177

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Chen & X.J.Cui) H.Ohashi & R.R.Mill

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot.57: 176 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254515

Common Names

  • Hylodesmum densum
  • Densum Hylodesmum
  • Hylodesmum Densum

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Description

Hylodesmum densum (also called Dense Hylodesmum, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It is a shrubby plant that grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, woodlands, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Hylodesmum densum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hylodesmum densum are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hylodesmum densum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Hylodesmum densum

Hylodesmum densum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Robert R. Mill (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.R.Mill' in the authors string.
Chen Jie (1928-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chen' in the authors string.
Xian Ju Cui: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.J.Cui' in the authors string.