Horsfieldia hirtiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.J.de Wilde
Source:
ksu
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 39: 1 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724858
Common Names
- Hirtiflora Horsfieldia
- Hirtiflora False Ash
- Hirtiflora False Ebony
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Horsfieldia hirtiflora (also called Hairy-flowered Horsfieldia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub or tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Horsfieldia hirtiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Horsfieldia hirtiflora is small, yellowish-white in color and has a pleasant fragrance. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Horsfieldia hirtiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid place until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of young shoots and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. The cuttings should root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Horsfieldia hirtiflora
Horsfieldia hirtiflora is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Myanmar, and Vietnam.
Horsfieldia hirtiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Horsfieldia hirtiflora?
Horsfieldia hirtiflora
What is the common name of Horsfieldia hirtiflora?
None
Where is Horsfieldia hirtiflora 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:930744-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.