Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
cornuta
ID:
1281010

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cellin. & J.F.Maxwell

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Novon 17(1): 20 (-23; fig. 1) (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280348



Common Names

  • Horned Poikilogyne
  • Poikilogyne
  • Poikilogyne Cornuta


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Description

Poikilogyne cornuta (also called Horned Poikilogyne, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to New Guinea. It is an evergreen shrub with leathery, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Poikilogyne cornuta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poikilogyne cornuta has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have two, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poikilogyne cornuta is a slow-growing shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Poikilogyne cornuta

Poikilogyne cornuta can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Poikilogyne cornuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poikilogyne cornuta?

Poikilogyne cornuta

What is the common name of Poikilogyne cornuta?

Horned Poikilogyne

What is the habitat of Poikilogyne cornuta?

Woodlands and grasslands

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

Nicoletta Cellinese (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cellin.' in the authors string.
J.F. Maxwell (1945-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Maxwell' in the authors string.