Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
javanica
ID:
222214

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Icon. Bogor. : t. 301 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221543



Common Names

  • Kuhlhasseltia javanica
  • Javanica Kuhlhasseltia
  • Kuhlhasseltia Javanica


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Synonyms

  • Kuhlhasseltia kinabaluensis Ames & C.Schweinf. [unknown]

Description

Kuhlhasseltia javanica (also called 'Javanese Kuhlhasseltia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in lowland and montane rainforests. It is a small tree or shrub with a dense, rounded crown and smooth, grey bark. Its leaves are elliptic to ovate in shape and its flowers are white or yellowish-white.

Uses & Benefits

Kuhlhasseltia javanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in parks and other public spaces. It is also used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Kuhlhasseltia javanica has small, white flowers with yellow spadix. Seed: The seeds are small, black, and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kuhlhasseltia javanica is a small shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Kuhlhasseltia javanica

Kuhlhasseltia javanica is native to Indonesia and can be found in the islands of Java and Sumatra.

Kuhlhasseltia javanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kuhlhasseltia javanica?

Kuhlhasseltia javanica

What is the common name of Kuhlhasseltia javanica?

Javanica

What is the natural habitat of Kuhlhasseltia javanica?

Tropical forests

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,

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