Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kainantense
ID:
1243373

Status:
valid

Authors:
Masam.

Source:
tro

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Trans. Nat. Hist. Soc. Taiwan 33: 169 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242711



Common Names

  • Homalium kainantense
  • Kainan Homalium
  • Homalium


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Description

Homalium kainantense (also called Kainan Homalium, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to Japan. It has small, white flowers and leathery leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in forests and along streambanks.

Uses & Benefits

Homalium kainantense is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Homalium kainantense are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small with thin stems and oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homalium kainantense is a tropical evergreen tree native to China. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Homalium kainantense

Homalium kainantense is native to Japan and can be found in the prefectures of Okinawa and Kagoshima.

Homalium kainantense FAQ

What type of plant is Homalium kainantense?

Homalium kainantense is a type of evergreen tree.

Where does Homalium kainantense grow?

Homalium kainantense is native to Southeast Asia.

What are the care requirements for Homalium kainantense?

Homalium kainantense prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Species in the Homalium genus

Homalium abdessammadii, Homalium acuminatum, Homalium acutissimum, Homalium africanum, Homalium alnifolium, Homalium aneityense, Homalium angustifolium, Homalium austrocaledonicum, Homalium barandae, Homalium betulifolium, Homalium bismarckense, Homalium brachybotrys, Homalium bracteatum, Homalium brevidens, Homalium burmanicum, Homalium buxifolium, Homalium caput-avis, Homalium caryophyllaceum, Homalium celebicum, Homalium chasei, Homalium circumpinnatum, Homalium cochinchinense, Homalium dalzielii, Homalium dasyanthum, Homalium decurrens, Homalium dentrecasteauxense, Homalium deplanchei, Homalium dewevrei, Homalium dewitii, Homalium dictyoneurum, Homalium elegantulum, Homalium francii, Homalium fulviflorum, Homalium gitingense, Homalium glabrifolium, Homalium gracilipes, Homalium grandiflorum, Homalium guianense, Homalium guillainii, Homalium henriquesii, Homalium hypolasium, Homalium intermedium, Homalium jainii, Homalium juxtapositum, Homalium kanaliense, Homalium kunstleri, Homalium lastoursvillense, Homalium laurifolium, Homalium le-ratiorum, Homalium letestui,

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

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