Stachyphrynium borneense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
borneense
ID:
558362
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 75: 204 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557694
Common Names
- Borneo Stachyphrynium
- Borneo False Hellebore
- Borneo False Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stachyphrynium borneense (also called Borneo False Azalea, among many other common names) is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady forests and is often found in mountain areas. It has dark green leaves and yellow or orange flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Stachyphrynium borneense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stachyphrynium borneense has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, round, and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stachyphrynium borneense can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Division of clumps can be done in early spring or fall.
Where to Find Stachyphrynium borneense
Stachyphrynium borneense can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.
Stachyphrynium borneense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stachyphrynium borneense?
Stachyphrynium borneense
What is the common name of Stachyphrynium borneense?
Stachyphrynium borneense
What is the natural habitat of Stachyphrynium borneense?
Stachyphrynium borneense is native to Southeast Asia
Species in the Stachyphrynium genus
Species in the Marantaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-266703: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.