Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
tonkinense
ID:
594497

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 1: 79 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000593829



Common Names

  • Cenocentrum tonkinense
  • Tonkin Cenocentrum
  • Tonkinense Cenocentrum


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Synonyms

  • Hibiscus wangianus S.Y.Hu [unknown]

Description

Cenocentrum tonkinense (also called Tonkin cenocentrum, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk, and grows up to 5 meters tall. It is found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Cenocentrum tonkinense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food crop in some parts of the world. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cenocentrum tonkinense has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cenocentrum tonkinense can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Cenocentrum tonkinense

Cenocentrum tonkinense is native to Vietnam and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Cenocentrum tonkinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cenocentrum tonkinense?

Cenocentrum tonkinense

What is the common name of Cenocentrum tonkinense?

Tonkin Cenocentrum

What is the natural habitat of Cenocentrum tonkinense?

Moist forests, woodlands, and thickets

Species in the Cenocentrum genus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

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