Horsfieldia disticha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.J.de Wilde
Source:
ksu
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 39: 10 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724843
Common Names
- Disticha Horsfieldia
- Disticha False Ash
- Disticha False Ebony
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Horsfieldia disticha (also called Distichous Nutmeg, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Myristicaceae family. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Horsfieldia disticha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties. It is also used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Horsfieldia disticha is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Horsfieldia disticha can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Horsfieldia disticha
Horsfieldia disticha is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Myanmar, and Vietnam.
Horsfieldia disticha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Horsfieldia disticha?
Horsfieldia disticha
What is the common name of Horsfieldia disticha?
None
Where is Horsfieldia disticha found?
India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam
Species in the Horsfieldia genus
References
Willem Jan Jacobus Oswald de Wilde (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.de Wilde' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:930747-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.