Martellidendron hornei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hornei
ID:
753338
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Balf.f.) Callm. & Chassot
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Taxon 52: 756 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000752671
Common Names
- Hornei Tree
- Martellidendron Tree
- Hornei Mahogany Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Martellidendron hornei (also called Horne's Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Sapotaceae family. It is native to New Zealand and is found in grassland and shrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Martellidendron hornei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also known to attract bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Martellidendron hornei has white flowers with yellowish-green stripes and a star-shaped seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Martellidendron hornei is a small tree native to New Zealand. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Martellidendron hornei
Martellidendron hornei is native to Madagascar.
Martellidendron hornei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Martellidendron hornei?
Martellidendron hornei
What is the common name of Martellidendron hornei?
Horne's Martellidendron
What are the characteristics of Martellidendron hornei?
Martellidendron hornei is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower stalk. The flowers are white or pink, and the leaves are long and narrow.
Species in the Martellidendron genus
Species in the Pandanaceae family
Freycinetia abbreviata, Freycinetia acicularis, Freycinetia acuta, Freycinetia acutifolia, Freycinetia admiraltiensis, Freycinetia amoena, Freycinetia ancistrosperma, Freycinetia andajensis, Freycinetia angakumiana, Freycinetia angulata, Freycinetia angusta, Freycinetia angustifolia, Freycinetia angustissima, Freycinetia apayaoensis, Freycinetia apoensis, Freycinetia arborea, Freycinetia archboldiana, Freycinetia arfakiana, Freycinetia aruensis, Freycinetia atocensis, Freycinetia awaiarensis, Freycinetia backeri, Freycinetia banksii, Freycinetia bassa, Freycinetia baueriana, Freycinetia beccarii, Freycinetia bicolor, Freycinetia biloba, Freycinetia biroi, Freycinetia bismarckensis, Freycinetia boluboluensis, Freycinetia bomberaiensis, Freycinetia boninensis, Freycinetia bornensis, Freycinetia bosaviensis, Freycinetia brachyclada, Freycinetia brassii, Freycinetia breviauriculata, Freycinetia brevifolia, Freycinetia brevipedunculata, Freycinetia brevis, Freycinetia bulusanensis, Freycinetia candeliformis, Freycinetia carnosa, Freycinetia caudata, Freycinetia celebica, Freycinetia chartacea, Freycinetia ciliaris, Freycinetia coagmentata, Freycinetia cochleatisperma,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-292159: Based on the initial data import
Martin Wilhelm Callmander (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Callm.' in the authors string.
Isaac Bayley Balfour (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balf.f.' in the authors string.
Philippe Chassot (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chassot' in the authors string.