Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
fontanesianus
ID:
618384

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.St.-Hil.) Kallunki & Pirani

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53: 294 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617716



Common Names

  • Conchocarpus Fontanesianus
  • Fontanesianus Conchocarpus
  • Conchocarpus


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Synonyms

  • Angostura fontanesiana (A.St.-Hil.) Albuq. [unknown]
  • Bonplandia fontanesiana Spreng. [unknown]
  • Cusparia fontanesiana (A.St.-Hil.) Engl. [unknown]
  • Galipea fontanesiana A.St.-Hil. [unknown]

Description

Conchocarpus fontanesianus (also called Chinese ginger, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It has a short, thick rhizome with a reddish-brown skin and yellow flesh. The leaves are lanceolate, long and narrow, with a pointed tip. It grows in tropical forests, and open areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Conchocarpus fontanesianus has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Conchocarpus fontanesianus is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin and green with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Conchocarpus fontanesianus is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. The plant prefers moist soils and full sun. Propagation is by seeds, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Conchocarpus fontanesianus

Conchocarpus fontanesianus is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in dry, open forests and savannas.

Conchocarpus fontanesianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Conchocarpus fontanesianus?

Conchocarpus fontanesianus

What is the common name of Conchocarpus fontanesianus?

Fontanesian Conchocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Conchocarpus fontanesianus?

It is found in wet forests, thickets, and mangrove swamps in the Caribbean region.

Species in the Conchocarpus genus

Conchocarpus acuminatus, Conchocarpus adenantherus, Conchocarpus bellus, Conchocarpus cauliflorus, Conchocarpus concinnus, Conchocarpus cuneifolius, Conchocarpus cyrtanthus, Conchocarpus dasyanthus, Conchocarpus diadematus, Conchocarpus elegans, Conchocarpus fanshawei, Conchocarpus fissicalyx, Conchocarpus fontanesianus, Conchocarpus furcatus, Conchocarpus gaudichaudianus, Conchocarpus grandiflorus, Conchocarpus grandis, Conchocarpus guyanensis, Conchocarpus heterophyllus, Conchocarpus hirsutus, Conchocarpus inopinatus, Conchocarpus insignis, Conchocarpus larensis, Conchocarpus longifolius, Conchocarpus longipes, Conchocarpus macrocarpus, Conchocarpus macrophyllus, Conchocarpus marginatus, Conchocarpus mastigophorus, Conchocarpus modestus, Conchocarpus nicaraguensis, Conchocarpus obovatus, Conchocarpus odoratissimus, Conchocarpus oppositifolius, Conchocarpus ovatus, Conchocarpus paniculatus, Conchocarpus pentandrus, Conchocarpus punctatus, Conchocarpus ramiflorus, Conchocarpus santosii, Conchocarpus silvestris, Conchocarpus sordidus, Conchocarpus toxicarius, Conchocarpus transitionalis, Conchocarpus ucayalinus, Conchocarpus minutiflorus, Conchocarpus racemosus, Conchocarpus hamadryadicus, Conchocarpus albiflorus, Conchocarpus coeruleus,

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2733915: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Saint-Hilaire (1779-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.St.-Hil.' in the authors string.
José Rubens Pirani (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pirani' in the authors string.
Jacquelyn Ann Kallunki (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kallunki' in the authors string.