Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Species:
obtusa
ID:
725567

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.J.de Wilde

Source:
ksu

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 39: 9 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724900



Common Names

  • Horsfieldia Obtusa
  • Obtusa Horsfieldia
  • Horsfieldia Obtus


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Description

Horsfieldia obtusa (also called Obtuse Horsfieldia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Myristicaceae. It is a large tree, growing up to 25 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. It is native to Southeast Asia and its habitats include tropical moist lowland forests and tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Horsfieldia obtusa is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and stomach problems. It is also used as a source of fuel and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Horsfieldia obtusa has small, yellowish-white flowers with a strong, sweet scent. Seed: The seed is small, black, and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, long stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Horsfieldia obtusa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix in a warm, sheltered location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Horsfieldia obtusa

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

Horsfieldia obtusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Horsfieldia obtusa?

Horsfieldia obtusa

What is the family of Horsfieldia obtusa?

Myristicaceae

Where is Horsfieldia obtusa found?

Horsfieldia obtusa is found in Southeast Asia.

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