Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
ryukyuensis
ID:
521642

Status:
valid

Authors:
Masam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Trans. Nat. Hist. Soc. Formosa 24: 210 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000520974



Common Names

  • Adinandra ryukyuensis
  • Ryukyu Adinandra
  • Chinese Adinandra


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Synonyms

  • Adinandra zen-tasiroi Hatus. [unknown]

Description

Adinandra ryukyuensis (also called Ryukyu Adinandra, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is typically found in moist forests. Its leaves are simple, oppositely arranged, and have an ovate shape. Its white flowers are small and have five petals.

Uses & Benefits

Adinandra ryukyuensis is used as an ornamental plant, for landscaping, and as a hedge. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin problems, fever, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Adinandra ryukyuensis are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adinandra ryukyuensis is a small evergreen shrub native to China and Taiwan. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 20°C. Once germinated, the seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location.

Where to Find Adinandra ryukyuensis

Adinandra ryukyuensis is found in the tropical forests of Sumatra and Borneo.

Adinandra ryukyuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adinandra ryukyuensis?

Adinandra ryukyuensis

What is the family of Adinandra ryukyuensis?

Theaceae

What is the common name of Adinandra ryukyuensis?

Ryukyu Almond

Species in the Adinandra genus

Adinandra angustifolia, Adinandra acuminata, Adinandra acuta, Adinandra angulata, Adinandra anisobasis, Adinandra annamensis, Adinandra apoensis, Adinandra argentifolia, Adinandra auriformis, Adinandra bicuspidata, Adinandra bockiana, Adinandra borneensis, Adinandra brassii, Adinandra brefeldii, Adinandra calciphila, Adinandra caudata, Adinandra celebica, Adinandra clemensiae, Adinandra coarctata, Adinandra collettiana, Adinandra collina, Adinandra colombonensis, Adinandra cordifolia, Adinandra corneriana, Adinandra crassifolia, Adinandra dasyantha, Adinandra donnaiensis, Adinandra dubia, Adinandra dumosa, Adinandra elegans, Adinandra elliptica, Adinandra endertii, Adinandra epunctata, Adinandra excelsa, Adinandra eymae, Adinandra filipes, Adinandra forbesii, Adinandra formosana, Adinandra gallatlyi, Adinandra glischroloma, Adinandra grandifolia, Adinandra grandis, Adinandra griffithii, Adinandra hainanensis, Adinandra hirta, Adinandra howii, Adinandra impressa, Adinandra inaequalis, Adinandra integerrima, Adinandra javanica,

Species in the Pentaphylacaceae family

Adinandra angustifolia, Adinandra acuminata, Adinandra acuta, Adinandra angulata, Adinandra anisobasis, Adinandra annamensis, Adinandra apoensis, Adinandra argentifolia, Adinandra auriformis, Adinandra bicuspidata, Adinandra bockiana, Adinandra borneensis, Adinandra brassii, Adinandra brefeldii, Adinandra calciphila, Adinandra caudata, Adinandra celebica, Adinandra clemensiae, Adinandra coarctata, Adinandra collettiana, Adinandra collina, Adinandra colombonensis, Adinandra cordifolia, Adinandra corneriana, Adinandra crassifolia, Adinandra dasyantha, Adinandra donnaiensis, Adinandra dubia, Adinandra dumosa, Adinandra elegans, Adinandra elliptica, Adinandra endertii, Adinandra epunctata, Adinandra excelsa, Adinandra eymae, Adinandra filipes, Adinandra forbesii, Adinandra formosana, Adinandra gallatlyi, Adinandra glischroloma, Adinandra grandifolia, Adinandra grandis, Adinandra griffithii, Adinandra hainanensis, Adinandra hirta, Adinandra howii, Adinandra impressa, Adinandra inaequalis, Adinandra integerrima, Adinandra javanica,

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