Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Genus:
Species:
ashtonii
ID:
357624

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Sinclair

Source:
ksu

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 18: 162 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356956



Common Names

  • Knema ashtonii
  • Ashtonii Knema
  • Knema


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Description

Knema ashtonii (also called 'Ashton's Knema' and 'Ashtonii Knema', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a spreading crown. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It is found in lowland and montane forests, usually in areas with high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Knema ashtonii is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has a long flowering season and is known for its bright pink flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Knema ashtonii var. cinnamomea W.J.de Wilde
Knema ashtonii var. ashtonii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Knema ashtonii has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and globose. The seedlings have ovate to oblong leaves with entire margins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knema ashtonii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Knema ashtonii

Knema ashtonii is found in the tropical rainforests of India and Sri Lanka.

Knema ashtonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Knema ashtonii?

Knema ashtonii

What is the common name of Knema ashtonii?

Knema ashtonii

What type of plant is Knema ashtonii?

Knema ashtonii is a species of plant in the Myristicaceae family

Species in the Knema genus

Knema alvarezii, Knema andamanica, Knema stylosa, Knema subhirtella, Knema sumatrana, Knema tomentella, Knema stenocarpa, Knema tridactyla, Knema uliginosa, Knema rigidifolia, Knema rubens, Knema rufa, Knema saxatilis, Knema scortechinii, Knema sericea, Knema stenophylla, Knema squamulosa, Knema steenisii, Knema stellata, Knema viridis, Knema sessiflora, Knema woodii, Knema ridsdaleana, Knema membranifolia, Knema losirensis, Knema lunduensis, Knema luteola, Knema malayana, Knema mamillata, Knema muscosa, Knema matanensis, Knema linguiformis, Knema minima, Knema mixta, Knema mandaharan, Knema lamellaria, Knema lampongensis, Knema latericia, Knema longepilosa, Knema latifolia, Knema laurina, Knema pseudolaurina, Knema piriformis, Knema mogeana, Knema poilanei, Knema percoriacea, Knema psilantha, Knema pubiflora, Knema pulchra, Knema riangensis,

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,

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