Hylodesmum menglaense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
menglaense
ID:
1255181
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.Chen & X.J.Cui) H.Ohashi & R.R.Mill
Source:
tro
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot.57: 180 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254519
Common Names
- Hylodesmum menglaense
- Menglaense Hylodesmum
- Hylodesmum Menglaense
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hylodesmum menglaense (also called Mengla 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 menglaense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hylodesmum menglaense 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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Hylodesmum menglaense is a slow-growing, deciduous, perennial shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Hylodesmum menglaense
Hylodesmum menglaense is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Species in the Hylodesmum genus
Hylodesmum laterale, Hylodesmum podocarpum, Hylodesmum leptopus, Hylodesmum laxum, Hylodesmum repandum, Hylodesmum duclouxii, Hylodesmum densum, Hylodesmum longipes, Hylodesmum oldhamii, Hylodesmum williamsii, Hylodesmum lancangense, Hylodesmum glutinosum, Hylodesmum nudiflorum, Hylodesmum pauciflorum, Hylodesmum menglaense,
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1014618-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Hylodesmum menglaense (C.Chen & X.J.Cui) H.Ohashi & R.R.Mill: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.