Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Jin Zeng & X.Y.Zhuang
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 247(1): 57 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344821
Common Names
- Fordiophyton huizhouense
- Huizhouense Fordiophyton
- Huizhouen Fordiophyton
Description
Fordiophyton huizhouense (also called Huizhou Fordiophyton, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China. It grows up to 3 meters tall and has large, glossy leaves. It is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Fordiophyton huizhouense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Fordiophyton huizhouense has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. Seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fordiophyton huizhouense can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0 and should be grown in full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Fordiophyton huizhouense
Fordiophyton huizhouense is found in the tropical forests of China.
Fordiophyton huizhouense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fordiophyton huizhouense?
Fordiophyton huizhouense
What is the common name of Fordiophyton huizhouense?
Huizhouense Fordiophyton
What is the natural habitat of Fordiophyton huizhouense?
Fordiophyton huizhouense is native to the subtropical regions of China
Species in the Fordiophyton genus
Fordiophyton damingshanense,
Fordiophyton strictum,
Fordiophyton faberi,
Fordiophyton cordifolium,
Fordiophyton longipes,
Fordiophyton brevicaule,
Fordiophyton repens,
Fordiophyton peperomiifolium,
Fordiophyton breviscapum,
Fordiophyton degeneratum,
Fordiophyton chenii,
Fordiophyton huizhouense,
Fordiophyton zhuangiae,
Fordiophyton jinpingense,
Fordiophyton phamhoangii,
Fordiophyton elatum,
Fordiophyton integrifolium,
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei,
Acanthella pulchra,
Acanthella conferta,
Aciotis polystachya,
Aciotis purpurascens,
Aciotis acuminifolia,
Aciotis annua,
Aciotis rubricaulis,
Aciotis cordata,
Aciotis indecora,
Aciotis paludosa,
Aciotis circaeoides,
Aciotis ornata,
Aciotis circaeifolia,
Aciotis wurdackiana,
Aciotis olivieriana,
Aciotis ferreirana,
Aciotis viscida,
Aciotis pendulifolia,
Aciotis brachybotria,
Acisanthera pulchella,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera boliviensis,
Acisanthera variabilis,
Acisanthera uniflora,
Acisanthera alsinaefolia,
Acisanthera paraguayensis,
Acisanthera alata,
Acisanthera hedyotoidea,
Acisanthera glazioviana,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
Adelobotrys ciliatus,
Adelobotrys atlanticus,
Adelobotrys adscendens,
Adelobotrys barbatus,
Adelobotrys ciliata,
Adelobotrys macrophylla,
Adelobotrys praetexta,
Adelobotrys tessmannii,
Adelobotrys boissieriana,
Adelobotrys fuscescens,
Adelobotrys macrantha,
Adelobotrys rotundifolius,
Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
Adelobotrys scandens,
References
Xue-Ying Zhuang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.Y.Zhuang' in the authors string.
Si Jin Zeng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Jin Zeng' in the authors string.