Iryanthera hostmannii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hostmannii
ID:
732996
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Warb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Ber. Deutsch. Bot. Ges. 13: 84 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732329
Common Names
- Iryanthera hostmannii
- Hostmannii Iryanthera
- Hostmannii Ironwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Iryanthera hostmannii (also called campina, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Myristicaceae family. It is native to tropical South America, where it is found in Brazil. It typically grows in lowland forests and in secondary forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Iryanthera hostmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and ulcers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Iryanthera hostmannii is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like shape. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Iryanthera hostmannii is a tropical tree native to South America. It is usually propagated from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The seedlings should be kept moist and fertilized regularly. Once established, the tree is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.
Where to Find Iryanthera hostmannii
Iryanthera hostmannii is native to tropical South America and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Iryanthera hostmannii FAQ
What is the common name of Iryanthera hostmannii?
Hostmann's Iryanthera
What is the scientific name of Hostmann's Iryanthera?
Iryanthera hostmannii
What is the native range of Iryanthera hostmannii?
Brazil
Species in the Iryanthera genus
Iryanthera campinae, Iryanthera dialyandra, Iryanthera elliptica, Iryanthera hostmannii, Iryanthera juruensis, Iryanthera laevis, Iryanthera lancifolia, Iryanthera macrophylla, Iryanthera megistophylla, Iryanthera obovata, Iryanthera paradoxa, Iryanthera paraensis, Iryanthera tricornis, Iryanthera sagotiana, Iryanthera tessmannii, Iryanthera crassifolia, Iryanthera megistocarpa, Iryanthera olacoides, Iryanthera grandis, Iryanthera polyneura, Iryanthera coriacea, Iryanthera inpae,
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
Otto Warburg (1859-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:585810-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.