Kingdom:
Phylum:
Order:
Family:
Species:
kingii
ID:
725532

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Warb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. German. Nat. Cur. 68: 308 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724865



Common Names

  • Horsfieldia kingii
  • Kingii Horsfieldia
  • Kingii's Horsfieldia


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Description

Horsfieldia kingii (also called King's 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 kingii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and stomach problems. It is also used as a source of fuel and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Horsfieldia kingii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Horsfieldia kingii 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 kingii

Horsfieldia kingii is native to the tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Horsfieldia kingii FAQ

What are the common names of Horsfieldia kingii?

Horsfieldia kingii is commonly known as the Indian blackwood.

What is the natural habitat of Horsfieldia kingii?

Horsfieldia kingii is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

What is the size of Horsfieldia kingii?

Horsfieldia kingii is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 meters in height.

Species in the Horsfieldia genus

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' 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:585728-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.