Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sumatrensis
ID:
221819

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Retz.) DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 569 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221148



Common Names

  • Knoxia sumatrensis
  • Sumatrensis knoxia
  • Sumatrensis tree


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Synonyms

  • Knoxia corymbosa Willd. [valid]
  • Knoxia corymbosa Thwaites [unknown]
  • Knoxia exserta DC. [valid]
  • Knoxia heyneana DC. [valid]
  • Knoxia linearis Gamble [valid]
  • Knoxia mollis R.Br. [valid]
  • Knoxia stricta Gaertn. [valid]
  • Knoxia stricta Thwaites [unknown]
  • Knoxia sumatrensis glaberrima R.Bhattacharjee & Deb [invalid]
  • Knoxia sumatrensis linearis (Gamble) R.Bhattacharjee & Deb [valid]
  • Knoxia teres (Roxb.) DC. [valid]
  • Knoxia umbellata Banks ex Roxb. [invalid]
  • Knoxia umbellata Banks ex Spreng. [valid]
  • Knoxia umbellifera Roxb. ex Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Spermacoce corymbosa Roth [illegitimate]
  • Spermacoce exserta Roxb. [valid]
  • Spermacoce sumatrensis Retz. [valid]
  • Spermacoce teres Roxb. [valid]
  • Timonius malaccensis King & Gamble [valid]
  • Knoxia mollis subcapitata Miq. [valid]
  • Knoxia corymbosa parviflora F.Muell. [valid]
  • Knoxia stricta parviflora (F.Muell.) Domin [valid]
  • Cuncea trifida Buch.-Ham. [unknown]
  • Dentillaria corymbosa (Willd.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Dentillaria heyneana (DC.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Dentillaria mollis (Wight & Arn.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Ernodea nepalensis Spreng. [valid]

Description

Knoxia sumatrensis (also called Sumatran Knoxia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to Sumatra, and is found in dry deciduous forests. It has small, white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Knoxia sumatrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is a great choice for adding color to any space.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Knoxia sumatrensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single, yellow-green seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knoxia sumatrensis is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers warm, humid climates and needs plenty of light and water. It should be planted in well-draining soil and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every two weeks during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant looking its best.

Where to Find Knoxia sumatrensis

Knoxia sumatrensis can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in India and Southeast Asia.

Knoxia sumatrensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Knoxia sumatrensis?

Knoxia sumatrensis

What is the common name of Knoxia sumatrensis?

Sumatran knoxia

What is the natural habitat of Knoxia sumatrensis?

Tropical rainforests in Sumatra

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-106119: Based on the initial data import
Anders Jahan Retzius (1742-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Retz.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.