Horsfieldia fulva - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(King) Warb.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. German. Nat. Cur. 68: 297 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427019
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Horsfieldia fulva (also called Fulvous horsfieldia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Horsfieldia fulva is used as a medicinal plant and is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Horsfieldia fulva has small, yellow flowers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are thin with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Horsfieldia fulva is a tropical evergreen tree that is native to Southeast Asia. It is easily propagated by seed and can be cultivated in a variety of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0-7.5. It is tolerant of drought and can withstand some shade.
Where to Find Horsfieldia fulva
Horsfieldia fulva is native to tropical Africa.
Horsfieldia fulva FAQ
What is the scientific name of Horsfieldia fulva?
Horsfieldia fulva
What are the common names of Horsfieldia fulva?
Mountain horsfieldia, mountain ebony
What is the natural habitat of Horsfieldia fulva?
Tropical rainforest
Species in the Horsfieldia genus
References
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
Otto Warburg (1859-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77162746-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.