Bryobium hyacinthoides - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hyacinthoides
ID:
792556
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blume) Y.P.Ng & P.J.Cribb
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 113: 272 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791889
Common Names
- Bryobium hyacinthoides
- Hyacinthoides Bryobium
- Bryobium's Hyacinthoides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bryobium hyacinthoides (also called Hyacinth-like Bryobium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a terrestrial herb, typically growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in dry deciduous forests and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Bryobium hyacinthoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments like fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bryobium hyacinthoides are yellow-green in color and have five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bryobium hyacinthoides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Bryobium hyacinthoides
Bryobium hyacinthoides is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Bryobium hyacinthoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bryobium hyacinthoides?
Bryobium hyacinthoides
What is the common name of Bryobium hyacinthoides?
Hyacinthoides
What is the natural habitat of Bryobium hyacinthoides?
Tropical forests and woodlands
Species in the Bryobium genus
Bryobium dischorense, Bryobium erioides, Bryobium irukandjianum, Bryobium queenslandicum, Bryobium hyacinthoides, Bryobium pudicum, Bryobium rendovaense, Bryobium retusum, Bryobium rhizophoreti, Bryobium subclausum, Bryobium ventricosum, Bryobium diaphanum, Bryobium cordiferum, Bryobium bicristatum, Bryobium atrorubens, Bryobium lancifolium, Bryobium senile, Bryobium rubiferum, Bryobium kawengicum, Bryobium punctatum, Bryobium tridens, Bryobium pullum, Bryobium puguahaanense, Bryobium moultonii, Bryobium montanum, Bryobium leavittii, Bryobium lanuginosum,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-330459: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Yan Peng Ng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.P.Ng' in the authors string.