Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Genus:
Species:
riangensis
ID:
357492

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.J.de Wilde

Source:
ksu

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Blumea 32: 138 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356824



Common Names

  • Knema riangensis
  • Riangensis Knema
  • Riangense Knema


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Description

Knema riangensis (also called Riang Nutmeg, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Myristicaceae. It is a small tree, growing up to 10 m tall, with a trunk up to 40 cm in diameter. It is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in evergreen forests, at elevations of up to 1500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Knema riangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Knema riangensis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knema riangensis is a tropical evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 15 m. It is propagated by seed, and prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is also tolerant of light shade and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Knema riangensis

Knema riangensis can be found in the tropical regions of Asia.

Knema riangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Knema riangensis?

Knema riangensis

What is the common name of Knema riangensis?

Riang Knema

What type of plant is Knema riangensis?

Tree

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,

References