Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Species:
disticha
ID:
725510

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.J.de Wilde

Source:
ksu

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 39: 10 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724843



Common Names

  • Disticha Horsfieldia
  • Disticha False Ash
  • Disticha False Ebony


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Description

Horsfieldia disticha (also called Distichous 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 disticha 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 disticha 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 disticha 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 disticha

Horsfieldia disticha is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Myanmar, and Vietnam.

Horsfieldia disticha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Horsfieldia disticha?

Horsfieldia disticha

What is the common name of Horsfieldia disticha?

None

Where is Horsfieldia disticha found?

India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam

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