Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
targionianus
ID:
1195078

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mitt.) Dixon & P. de la Varde

Source:
tro

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Rev. Bryol. Lichénol. 4: 142 1932

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194416



Common Names

  • Homalialdelphus targionianus
  • Homalialdelphus Targionianus
  • Homalialdelphus targionianus plant


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Description

Homaliadelphus targionianus (also called Targioni's Homaliadelphus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree with small, oblong leaves and white flowers. It is native to Central America and South America, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Homaliodelphus targionianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Homaliadelphus targionianus var. laevidentatus (S. Okamura) Nog.
Homaliadelphus targionianus var. pulneyensis D. Subram.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Homaliadelphus targionianus is a small, yellowish-green, with a short, curved style. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homaliadelphus targionianus can be propagated by division or by sowing spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Homaliadelphus targionianus

Homaliodendron targionianus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Species in the Homaliadelphus genus

References

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
Hugh Neville Dixon (1861-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dixon' in the authors string.
Robert André Léopold Potier de la Varde (1878-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.de la Varde' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35182276: Based on data supplied by Bryonames