Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. 3: 746 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215996
Common Names
- Hylophila lanceolata
- Lanceolata Ant Plant
- Lanceolate Ant Plant
Synonyms
- Dicerostylis kinabaluensis Carr [unknown]
- Dicerostylis lanceolata Blume [unknown]
Description
Hylophila lanceolata (also called the lance-leaved hylophila, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hylophila lanceolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hylophila lanceolata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped seedlings with light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hylophila lanceolata is a slow-growing shrub that can be propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray, and can be grown in a wide range of climates.
Where to Find Hylophila lanceolata
Hylophila lanceolata can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.
Hylophila lanceolata FAQ
What is the common name of Hylophila lanceolata?
Lance-leaved Fern
What type of soil does Hylophila lanceolata prefer?
Well-draining, acidic soil
How much light does Hylophila lanceolata need?
Bright, indirect light
Species in the Hylophila genus
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,