Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Species:
carnosa
ID:
725496

Status:
valid

Authors:
Warb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. German. Nat. Cur. 68: 348 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724829



Common Names

  • Carnosa Horsfieldia
  • Carnosa False Ash
  • Carnosa False Ebony


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Description

Horsfieldia carnosa (also called Carnose Nutmeg, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Myristicaceae family. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Horsfieldia carnosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties. It is also used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Horsfieldia carnosa is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Horsfieldia carnosa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Horsfieldia carnosa

Horsfieldia carnosa can be found in the Caribbean region, including parts of Cuba, Dominican Republic, and Haiti.

Horsfieldia carnosa FAQ

What are the common names of Horsfieldia carnosa?

Horsfieldia carnosa is commonly known as the Indian blackwood.

What is the natural habitat of Horsfieldia carnosa?

Horsfieldia carnosa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

What is the size of Horsfieldia carnosa?

Horsfieldia carnosa is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 meters in height.

Species in the Horsfieldia genus

Species in the Myristicaceae family

Bicuiba oleifera, Brochoneura usambarensis, Coelocaryon botryoides, Coelocaryon oxycarpum, Coelocaryon preussii, Coelocaryon sphaerocarpum, Compsoneura anoriensis, Compsoneura atopa, Compsoneura capitellata, Compsoneura claroensis, Compsoneura cuatrecasasii, Compsoneura debilis, Compsoneura diazii, Compsoneura excelsa, Compsoneura lapidiflora, Compsoneura mexicana, Compsoneura mutisii, Compsoneura racemosa, Compsoneura rigidifolia, Compsoneura schultesiana, Compsoneura sprucei, Compsoneura trianae, Compsoneura ulei, Doyleanthus arillata, Endocomia canarioides, Endocomia macrocoma, Endocomia rufirachis, Endocomia virella, Gymnacranthera bancana, Gymnacranthera canarica, Gymnacranthera contracta, Gymnacranthera farquhariana, Gymnacranthera forbesii, Gymnacranthera maliliensis, Gymnacranthera ocellata, Haematodendron glabrum, Horsfieldia ampla, Horsfieldia ampliformis, Horsfieldia amplomontana, Horsfieldia amygdalina, Horsfieldia androphora, Horsfieldia angularis, Horsfieldia aruana, Horsfieldia atjehensis, Horsfieldia australiana, Horsfieldia basifissa, Horsfieldia borneensis, Horsfieldia brachiata, Horsfieldia carnosa, Horsfieldia clavata,

References