Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Species:
flocculosa
ID:
725513

Status:
valid

Authors:
(King) Warb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. German. Nat. Cur. 68: 297 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724846



Common Names

  • Flocculosa Horsfieldia
  • Flocculosa False Ash
  • Flocculosa False Ebony


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Description

Horsfieldia flocculosa (also called Horsfieldia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Horsfieldia flocculosa 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 flocculosa is small, yellowish-white in color and has a pleasant fragrance. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Horsfieldia flocculosa 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 flocculosa

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

Horsfieldia flocculosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Horsfieldia flocculosa?

Horsfieldia flocculosa

What is the common name of Horsfieldia flocculosa?

None

Where is Horsfieldia flocculosa 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