Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
acida
ID:
216675

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 15: 256 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216004



Common Names

  • Hymenocardia acida
  • Acid Hymenocardia
  • Hymenocardia Acid


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Synonyms

  • Hymenocardia acida acida [unknown]
  • Hymenocardia acida mollis (Pax) Radcl.-Sm. [unknown]
  • Hymenocardia granulata Beille [unknown]
  • Hymenocardia lanceolata Beille [unknown]
  • Hymenocardia lasiophylla Pax [unknown]
  • Hymenocardia mollis Pax [unknown]
  • Hymenocardia mollis glabra Pax [unknown]
  • Hymenocardia mollis lasiophylla (Pax) Pax [unknown]
  • Hymenocardia obovata A.Chev. & Beille [unknown]

Description

Hymenocardia acida (also called the acid hymenocardia, 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

Hymenocardia acida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenocardia acida 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocardia acida is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Division of the rhizomes can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Hymenocardia acida

Hymenocardia acida can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

Hymenocardia acida FAQ

What is the common name of Hymenocardia acida?

Acid Fern

What type of soil does Hymenocardia acida prefer?

Well-draining, acidic soil

How much light does Hymenocardia acida need?

Bright, indirect light

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

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