Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 1: 104 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500949
Common Names
- Strychnos tomentosa
- Tomentosa Strychnos
- Hairy Strychnos
Synonyms
- Strychnos rhexioides Klotzsch [invalid]
Description
Strychnos tomentosa (also called 'Woolly Strychnos', among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Central and South America. It is a small shrub, growing to a maximum of 3 m in height. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Strychnos tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, white flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Strychnos tomentosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Strychnos tomentosa is a tropical evergreen tree that can grow up to 15 meters in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Strychnos tomentosa
Strychnos tomentosa can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Strychnos tomentosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Strychnos tomentosa?
Strychnos tomentosa
What is the common name of Strychnos tomentosa?
Tomentose strychnos
What is the natural habitat of Strychnos tomentosa?
Tropical forests
Species in the Strychnos genus
Strychnos tomentosa,
Strychnos zenkeri,
Strychnos vitiensis,
Strychnos trichocalyx,
Strychnos toxifera,
Strychnos torresiana,
Strychnos villosa,
Strychnos variabilis,
Strychnos usambarensis,
Strychnos urceolata,
Strychnos vanprukii,
Strychnos chrysophylla,
Strychnos cogens,
Strychnos coriacea,
Strychnos cocculoides,
Strychnos congolana,
Strychnos brachiata,
Strychnos bredemeyeri,
Strychnos brasiliensis,
Strychnos cerradoensis,
Strychnos brachistantha,
Strychnos borneensis,
Strychnos camptoneura,
Strychnos campicola,
Strychnos floribunda,
Strychnos flavescens,
Strychnos fendleri,
Strychnos fallax,
Strychnos fulvotomentosa,
Strychnos erichsonii,
Strychnos gossweileri,
Strychnos goiasensis,
Strychnos gardneri,
Strychnos dalzellii,
Strychnos densiflora,
Strychnos darienensis,
Strychnos dale,
Strychnos daclacensis,
Strychnos curtisii,
Strychnos cuniculina,
Strychnos davidsei,
Strychnos duckei,
Strychnos diaboli,
Strychnos dinhensis,
Strychnos dolichothyrsa,
Strychnos asterantha,
Strychnos asperula,
Strychnos angolensis,
Strychnos andamanensis,
Strychnos barteri,
Species in the Loganiaceae family
Antonia ovata,
Bonyunia antoniifolia,
Bonyunia aquatica,
Bonyunia minor,
Bonyunia superba,
Bonyunia venusta,
Bonyunia spectabilis,
Bonyunia excelsa,
Bonyunia magnifica,
Bonyunia nobilis,
Bonyunia pulchra,
Gardneria angustifolia,
Gardneria lanceolata,
Gardneria multiflora,
Gardneria nutans,
Gardneria ovata,
Geniostoma angustifolium,
Geniostoma antherotrichum,
Geniostoma balansanum,
Geniostoma biseriale,
Geniostoma borbonicum,
Geniostoma calcicola,
Geniostoma celastrineum,
Geniostoma clavatum,
Geniostoma cyrtandrae,
Geniostoma densiflora,
Geniostoma erythrosperma,
Geniostoma fagraeoides,
Geniostoma gagnae,
Geniostoma glaucescens,
Geniostoma grandifolium,
Geniostoma huttonii,
Geniostoma leenhoutsii,
Geniostoma macrophyllum,
Geniostoma mooreanum,
Geniostoma novae-caledoniae,
Geniostoma pedunculatum,
Geniostoma petiolosum,
Geniostoma randianum,
Geniostoma rapense,
Geniostoma rarotongensis,
Geniostoma remyana,
Geniostoma rupestre,
Geniostoma stipulare,
Geniostoma sykesii,
Geniostoma trichostylum,
Geniostoma umbellatum,
Geniostoma vestitum,
Geniostoma weinlandii,
Geniostoma imbricatum,